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AIPMT MAINS 2010 Physics Magnetic Field due to Current MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-numerical-Hard-Class 12

A current loop consists of two identical semicircular parts each of radius R, one lying in the x-y plane and the other in x-z plane. If the current in the loop is i. The resultant magnetic field due to the two semicircular parts at their common centre is

A

μ₀i/2√2R

B

μ₀i/2R

C

μ₀i/4R

D

μ₀i/√2R

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

The magnetic field is the vector sum of the fields due to each semicircular part. Using Biot-Savart law, the resultant field is μ₀i/2√2R.

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