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Which of the following correctly describes the magnetic field near a long straight wire?

Options

  • The field consists of straight lines perpendicular to the wire

  • The field consists of straight lines parallel to the wire

  • The field consists of radial lines originating from the wire

  • The field consists of concentric circles centred on the wire

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Solution

The field consists of concentric circles centred on the wire.

Explanation:

The magnetic field near a long straight wire consists of concentric circles centred on the wire.

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Chapter 2: Magnetic Effects of Electric Current - Exercise 2 [Page 83]

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Chapter 2 Magnetic Effects of Electric Current
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