In which direction does the magnetic field point in relation to the current in a

Practice Questions

Q1
In which direction does the magnetic field point in relation to the current in a straight conductor?
  1. Parallel to the current
  2. Perpendicular to the current
  3. Opposite to the current
  4. In the same direction as the current

Questions & Step-by-Step Solutions

In which direction does the magnetic field point in relation to the current in a straight conductor?
  • Step 1: Understand that a straight conductor is a wire through which electric current flows.
  • Step 2: Recognize that electric current has a specific direction, which is the direction that positive charges would move.
  • Step 3: Learn about the magnetic field, which is an invisible force field created around the conductor when current flows.
  • Step 4: Remember that the magnetic field lines form circles around the conductor.
  • Step 5: Know that the direction of the magnetic field is always at a right angle (90 degrees) to the direction of the current.
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