A current-carrying conductor experiences a force in a magnetic field. What is th
Practice Questions
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A current-carrying conductor experiences a force in a magnetic field. What is the direction of this force given by?
Right-hand rule
Left-hand rule
Ampere's law
Faraday's law
Questions & Step-by-Step Solutions
A current-carrying conductor experiences a force in a magnetic field. What is the direction of this force given by?
Step 1: Identify the direction of the current in the conductor. This is the flow of electric charge.
Step 2: Identify the direction of the magnetic field. This is usually indicated by arrows or lines in diagrams.
Step 3: Use your right hand to apply the right-hand rule. Point your thumb in the direction of the current.
Step 4: Point your fingers in the direction of the magnetic field lines.
Step 5: Your palm will face in the direction of the force experienced by the conductor.
Magnetic Force on a Conductor – The force experienced by a current-carrying conductor in a magnetic field is determined by the interaction between the magnetic field and the electric current.
Right-Hand Rule – A mnemonic used to determine the direction of the force, magnetic field, and current in electromagnetic applications.
