Single Answer MCQ
Q-00040537
What is the primary effect observed when an electric current flows through a conductor?
1
Heating effect
2
Magnetic effect
3
Chemical effect
4
Light effect
Answer and Solution
Answer
B. Magnetic effect
Solution:
The primary effect observed when an electric current passes through a conductor is its magnetic effect. This was demonstrated by Oersted's experiment, where a compass needle deflected due to the presence of the current.
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