A current-carrying conductor placed in a magnetic field

Q: Answer-A current-carrying conductor placed in a magnetic field experiences a force because:

When a conductor carries current, it means that charges typically electrons are in motion inside the conductor. A magnetic field exerts a force on these moving charges , not on stationary ones. This force is given by the Lorentz force law This interaction causes the entire conductor to experience a mechanical force when placed in a magnetic field.

experiences a force because:

A Magnetic field exerts force on stationary charges Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

B Magnetic field exerts force on moving charges Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

C Magnetic field induces electric field in the conductor Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

D Magnetic field heats the conductor Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

Solution

When a conductor carries current, it means that charges (typically electrons) are in motion inside the conductor. A magnetic field exerts a force on these moving charges , not on stationary ones. This force is given by the Lorentz force law : This interaction causes the entire conductor to experience a mechanical force when placed in a magnetic field.

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