When current travels through a wire, where is the magnetic field?
(Standard SPS10 c)
A. The magnetic field is on the opposite ends of the wire
B. The magnetic field flows inside the wire with the current
C. The magnetic field rotates around the wire
D. The magnetic field flows in the opposite direction of current
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C. The magnetic field rotates around the wire
Right hand, thumb sticks in current direction, fingers clench in B field direction.
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When current travels through a wire, the magnetic field actually forms circles around the wire. This means that the correct answer is C. The magnetic field rotates around the wire.
When current travels through a wire, a magnetic field is produced around the wire. The direction and shape of the magnetic field can be determined using the right-hand rule.
To use the right-hand rule, imagine holding the wire in your right hand with your thumb pointing in the direction of the current flow. When you curl your fingers, the direction in which your fingers curl represents the direction of the magnetic field.
Based on the options provided, the correct answer is option C: The magnetic field rotates around the wire.