Question

A solid, cylindrical wire conductor has radius R = 30 cm. The wire carries a current of 2.0 A which is uniformly distributed over the cross-section of the wire (current density is constant). What is the magnitude of the magnetic field due to the current in the wire at a radial distance of r = 200 cm from the center axis of the wire? HINT: Use Ampere’s law, noting that B is tangential.

Answer 1

Step-by-step explanation:

The point at which magnetic field is to be found lies outside wire so while applying Ampere's law we shall take the whole of current . If B be magnetic field which is circular around conductor.

Applying Ampere's law :-

∫ B dl = μ₀ I ; I is current passing through ampere's loop

B x 2π x 2.00 = 4 x π x 10⁻⁷ x 2

B = 2 x 10⁻⁷ T.