4 sides of the wire can produce a B-field

In summary, the conversation is discussing the direction of the B-field produced by a wire running into/out of a page. The individuals are questioning why the direction is not downward, despite the wire gaining weight. They also mention the right hand grip rule and calculate i L x B to solve for B. Finally, they ask about the forces exerted on different parts of the wire. The speaker advises not to worry about the direction of the B fields and to use the formula instead.
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Q 21 why the is not downward?? it gains weight!
The wire runs into/out of page. Calculate i L x B.
Q22 why the direction is not out of paper, by right hand grip rule, 4 sides of the wire can produce a B-field which is out of paper!?

i L x B again. This time, solve for B.

What forces are exerted on AB and CD? On BC?

Don't be concerned with the direction of the B fields generated by the wire. Use the formula!
 

Related to 4 sides of the wire can produce a B-field

1. What is a B-field?

A B-field, also known as a magnetic field, is a physical phenomenon that describes the force exerted by a magnet or electric current on other moving charges or magnets.

2. How do 4 sides of wire produce a B-field?

When electric current flows through a wire, it creates a circular magnetic field around it. When the wire is formed into a loop, the magnetic fields from each side combine to create a stronger B-field.

3. What determines the strength of the B-field produced by 4 sides of wire?

The strength of the B-field produced by 4 sides of wire depends on the amount of current flowing through the wires, the distance between the wires, and the material the wire is made of.

4. How is the direction of the B-field determined in 4 sides of wire?

The direction of the B-field is determined by the direction of the current flow in the wire. The right-hand rule can be used to determine the direction of the B-field in relation to the direction of the current flow.

5. What are the practical applications of 4 sides of wire producing a B-field?

The production of B-fields by 4 sides of wire has a wide range of practical applications, including in electromagnets, electric motors, generators, and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) machines. It is also used in everyday devices such as speakers, headphones, and computer hard drives.

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