A circular loop of radius R, carrying current I, lies in x-y plane with its center at origin. The total magnetic flux through x-y plane is
A
directly proportional to I
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B
directly proportional to R
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C
inversely proportional to R
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D
inversely proportional to I
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E
Zero
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Solution
The correct option is E Zero As shown in the figure, the magnetic lines form a closed loop (unlike the electric field lines). Hence, the line that goes into the x-y plane at one place comes out at the other place to complete the closed loop. Hence, net flux remains zero.