A long straight wire has a constant current flowing to the right. A square ring
ID: 1569814 • Letter: A
Question
A long straight wire has a constant current flowing to the right. A square ring is situated above the wire, and has a constant current flowing through it (as shown). Which the following statements is true? The net magnetic force on the ring is upward, and there is also a net torque on the ring The net magnetic force on the ring is zero, and the net torque is zero. The net magnetic force on the ring is downward, and there is also a net torque on the ring. The net magnetic force on the ring is zero, but there is a net torque on the ring. The net magnetic force on the ring is downward, and the net torque is zero.Explanation / Answer
F = ILB*sin(theta)
Ans E)
The net magnetic force on the wire rectangle is downward, and the net torque on it is zero.