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STANDARD Physics Magnetic Field due to Current MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium

Current flows through uniform, square frames as shown in the figure. In which case is the magnetic field at the centre of the frame not zero?

Question diagram
A

Option 1

B

Option 2

C

Option 3

D

Option 4

Correct Answer

Option C

Detailed Explanation

In arrangements (a), (b) and (d), the field at the centre due to the currents flowing in the square frames is zero. The field here in option (c) due to the currents flowing in and out of the frame is not zero.

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