What is the magnetic field inside a long, ideal solenoid carrying current?

Practice Questions

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What is the magnetic field inside a long, ideal solenoid carrying current?
  1. Zero
  2. Uniform and parallel
  3. Concentric circles
  4. Decreasing

Questions & Step-by-Step Solutions

What is the magnetic field inside a long, ideal solenoid carrying current?
  • Step 1: Understand what a solenoid is. A solenoid is a long coil of wire that creates a magnetic field when an electric current flows through it.
  • Step 2: Recognize that an 'ideal' solenoid is one that is long and tightly wound, meaning the magnetic field inside is consistent and strong.
  • Step 3: Know that when current flows through the solenoid, it generates a magnetic field inside it.
  • Step 4: Remember that the magnetic field inside the solenoid is uniform, meaning it has the same strength and direction at every point inside.
  • Step 5: Understand that the magnetic field lines inside the solenoid run parallel to its length, pointing from one end of the solenoid to the other.
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