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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.... Show More
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Material Type:
Presentation
Date Added to MERLOT:
March 7, 2002
Date Modified in MERLOT:
January 7, 2019
Author:
 
Submitter:
Bruce Mason
Primary Audience:
High School, College General Ed
Technical Format:
Website, Java Applet
Mobile Compatibility:
Not specified at this time
Language:
English
Cost Involved:
No
Source Code Available:
No
Accessibility Information Available:
Unknown
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No

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