A power line carries a current of 99 A west along the tops of 8.8 m -high poles. Part A What is the magnitude of the magnetic field produced by this wire at the ground directly below? Express your answer using two significant figures. ANSWER: Bine = T Part B What is the direction of the magnetic field produced by this wire at the ground directly below? ANSWER: south east west north

A power line carries a current of 99 A west along the tops of 8.8 m -high poles. Part A What is the magnitude of the magnetic field produced by this wire at the ground directly below? Express your answer using two significant figures. ANSWER: Bine = T Part B What is the direction of the magnetic field produced by this wire at the ground directly below? ANSWER: south east west north

Glencoe Physics: Principles and Problems, Student Edition

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ISBN:9780078807213

Author:Paul W. Zitzewitz

Publisher:Paul W. Zitzewitz

Chapter24: Magnetic Fields

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 73A

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