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Standard XII

Physics

Force on a Current Element

If a current ...

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If a current circular loop is placed in a $x - y$ plane as shown in adjoining figure and a magnetic field is applied along z-axis, then the loop will

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Solution

The correct option is D Expand
Every small portion of the current carrying circular loop experiences radially outward force, hence the loop expands.

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If a current circular loop is placed in a x−y plane as shown in adjoining figure and a magnetic field is applied along z-axis, then the loop will

The correct option is D ExpandEvery small portion of the current carrying circular loop experiences radially outward force, hence the loop expands.

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