AIPMT MAINS2011Physics-Electromagnetism

AIPMT MAINS 2011 Physics Magnetic Forces MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 12

A square loop, carrying a steady current I, is placed in a horizontal plane near a long straight conductor carrying a steady current I₁ at a distance d from the conductor as shown in figure. The loop will experience

Question diagram
A

A net torque acting downward normal to the horizontal plane

B

A net attractive force towards the conductor

C

A net repulsive force away from the conductor

D

A net torque acting upward perpendicular to the horizontal plane

Correct Answer

Option B

Detailed Explanation

Adjacent wires carry current in the same direction so there will be attraction.

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