Magnetic Effects Of Current Question 357

Question: A very long straight wire carries a current $ I $ . At the instant when a charge $ +Q $ at point $ P $ has velocity $ \overrightarrow{V} $ , as shown, the force on the charge is [CBSE PMT 2005]

Options:

A) Opposite to OX

B) Along OX

C) Opposite to OY

D) Along OY

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Answer:

Correct Answer: D

Solution:

Magnetic field produced by wire at the location of charge is perpendicular to the paper inwards. Hence by applying Fleming’s left hand rule, force is directed along OY.



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