Introduction to Electrodynamics · Problem 5.57

Magnetic Fields in Matter — David J. Griffiths

Physics · magnetic-dipole

Problem

A magnetic dipole m=−m0z^\mathbf{m} = -m_0\hat{z} is situated at the origin, in an otherwise uniform magnetic field B=B0z^\mathbf{B} = B_0\hat{z}. Show that there exists a spherical surface, centered at the origin, through which no magnetic field lines pass. Find the radius of this sphere, and sketch the field lines, inside and out.

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