Magnetic Field of a Straight Wire
This is an illustration of the circular magnetic fields around a straight current-carrying wire. Current flow (of electrons) is indicated in the wire. The magnetic field direction is illustrated by arrows on the magnetic field lines and a magnetic compass that can be moved on a plane perpendicular to the current. Material is available in several different languages.
This is an illustration of the circular magnetic fields around a straight current-carrying wire. Current flow (of electrons) is indicated in the wire. The magnetic field direction is illustrated by arrows on the magnetic field lines and a magnetic compass that can be moved on a plane perpendicular to the current. Material is available in several different languages.
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Material Type:
Presentation
Technical Format:
Java Applet
Date Added to MERLOT:
March 07, 2002
Date Modified in MERLOT:
February 01, 2010
Author:
Walter Fendt
Submitter:
Bruce
Mason
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Primary Audience:
High School,
College General Ed
Mobile Compatibility:
Not specified at this time
Language:
English
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no
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no
Copyright:
yes
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unsure