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What is the pattern of the magnetic field around a straight conductor carrying current?

1

Circular

2

Straight lines

3

Spiral

4

Random

Answer and Solution

Answer

A. Circular

Solution:

The magnetic field around a straight conductor carrying current forms circular field lines concentric to the conductor. Therefore, the correct answer is 'Circular'.

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