Question

A square loop, carrying an eddy current $I$, is placed in a horizontal plane near a long straight conductor carrying a steady current $I_1$ at a distance $d$ from the conductor as shown in figure. The loop will experience

• A. a net attractive force towards the conductor
• B. a net repulsive force away from the conductor
• C. a net torque acting upwards perpendicular to the horizontal plane
• D. a net torque acting downwards normal to the horizontal plane

Answer 1

The correct option is A a net attractive force towards the conductor


$F_1>F_2$ and $F_3=F_4$ . So, the loop will be attracted to the wire.