A long, straight, vertical wire carries a current upward. Due east of this wire, in what direction does the magnetic field point

Chiggins asked Aug 17, 2022

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Chiggins asked Aug 17, 2022

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The magnetic field of the wire will be directed towards west. Using right thumb rule one can get the direction of field lines.

Gleasonomicon answered Aug 21, 2022

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