Question 16
A magnetic compass shows a deflection when placed near a current carrying wire. How will the deflection of the compass get affected if the current in the wire is increased? Support your answer with a reason.

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Solution

The magnetic field strength is directly proportional to the magnitude of electric current passing through the conductor. Thus, increasing the current in the wire, the deflection in the compass will also increase.

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Question 16 A magnetic compass shows a deflection when placed near a current carrying wire. How will the deflection of the compass get affected if the current in the wire is increased? Support your answer with a reason.

The magnetic field strength is directly proportional to the magnitude of electric current passing through the conductor. Thus, increasing the current in the wire, the deflection in the compass will also increase.

Question 16
A magnetic compass shows a deflection when placed near a current carrying wire. How will the deflection of the compass get affected if the current in the wire is increased? Support your answer with a reason.