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Force on a Current Carrying Wire

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Force on a Current Carrying Wire

The strength of a magnetic field, called the magnetic flux density (B), is measured in Tesla (T). The force produced = magnetic flux density × current × length of conductor. F = B x I x L.

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Length of wire in the field

  • The force on a wire in a magnetic field is directly proportional to the length of wire in the magnetic field.
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Strength of magnetic field

  • The force on a wire in a magnetic field is directly proportional to the strength of the magnetic field.
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Current flowing through the wire

  • The force on a wire in a magnetic field is directly proportional to the current through the wire.

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