O-LevelPhysicsMagnetism5054/11 · Oct/Nov 2024 · Q361 Mark
Students are asked to draw the pattern and direction of the magnetic field due to a direct current (d.c.) in a straight wire. Diagrams 1, 2 and 3 are three of their answers.. The students do not know the direction of the current in the wire. Which diagrams show possible patterns and directions for the magnetic field due to the current in the wire?
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A1, 2 and 3
B1 and 3 only
C1 only
D2 only
✓ Correct answer
B: 1 and 3 only
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