Two long, parallel conductors separated by 20.0 cm, carry currents in opposite direction, given by I=4.00 A in positive x direction and I,=5.00 A in negative x direction. (a) What is the magnitude and direction of magnetic field created by I, at the location of the second wire? (b) What is the force (magnitude and direction) per unit length exerted by I, on the second wire. (c) What is the magnitude and direction of magnetic field created by I, at the location of the first wire?

Two long, parallel conductors separated by 20.0 cm, carry currents in opposite direction, given by I=4.00 A in positive x direction and I,=5.00 A in negative x direction. (a) What is the magnitude and direction of magnetic field created by I, at the location of the second wire? (b) What is the force (magnitude and direction) per unit length exerted by I, on the second wire. (c) What is the magnitude and direction of magnetic field created by I, at the location of the first wire?

University Physics Volume 2

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Chapter12: Sources Of Magnetic Fields

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