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OpenStudy (anonymous):

What shape is the magnetic field produced when current is passed through a wire? a. Parabolic c. Circular b. Elliptical d. Bimodal

OpenStudy (eric_d):

I think it's Elliptical @natsalam

OpenStudy (anonymous):

thanks (:

OpenStudy (anonymous):

for a straight wire the shape is circular

OpenStudy (eric_d):

@Mashy Pls confirm this... Tq.

OpenStudy (anonymous):

Circular!

OpenStudy (anonymous):

yeah i think it's concentric circles...for straight current carrying conductor...

OpenStudy (eric_d):

Okay, thanks...

OpenStudy (eric_d):

Pls take note of this.. @natsalam

OpenStudy (anonymous):

What is a characteristic of a magnetic field line which would excluded two of the choices

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