Physics-Biot-Savart Law
NEET Physics Biot-Savart Law MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-fact-Easy-Class 12
What is the direction of the magnetic field produced by a current element according to the Biot-Savart Law?
A
Perpendicular to the plane formed by the current element and the line joining the element to the point of interest
B
Along the direction of the current
C
Parallel to the current element
D
In the same direction as the electric field
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
The Biot-Savart Law states that the magnetic field produced by a current element is perpendicular to the plane formed by the current element and the line joining it to the point of interest, as indicated by the cross-product in the law.
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