College Physics (7th Edition)

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Chapter 19 - Magnetism - Learning Path Questions and Exercises - Conceptual Questions - Page 690: 22

Answer

The magnetic field strength at a distance d from the current carrying wire is given by $B=\frac{M_{0}I}{2\times pi\times d}$. If d is doubled, then to maintain the magnetic field and reverse the direction, current needs to be doubled with its direction reversed.

Work Step by Step

The magnetic field strength at a distance d from the current carrying wire is given by $B=\frac{M_{0}I}{2\times pi\times d}$. If d is doubled, then to maintain the magnetic field and reverse the direction, current needs to be doubled with its direction reversed.
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