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Physics Question on Magnetic Field

An infinitely-long conductor has a current of 14A flowing as shown in the figure. Find the magnetic field at center C.

A

88μT88\mu T

B

44μT44\mu T

C

10μT10\mu T

D

120μT120\mu T

Answer

44μT44\mu T

Explanation

Solution

The correct option is (B): 44μT44\mu T

B=μ0i4RB=\frac{\mu_0i}{4R}

=4π×107×144×0.1=\frac{4\pi\times10^{-7}\times14}{4\times0.1}T

=227×107××140=\frac{22}{7}\times10^{-7}\times\times140 T

=44μ=44\muT