Physics for Scientists and Engineers: A Strategic Approach with Modern Physics (4th Edition)

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Chapter 29 - The Magnetic Field - Exercises and Problems - Page 832: 33

Answer

$B = 0.13~T$ (out of the page)

Work Step by Step

In order to levitate the wire, the upward force from the interaction of the current with the magnetic field must be equal in magnitude to the weight of the wire. We can find the magnetic field strength: $F_B = F_g$ $I~L~B = mg$ $B = \frac{mg}{I~L}$ $B = \frac{(0.0020~kg)(9.80~m/s^2)}{(1.5~A)(0.10~m)}$ $B = 0.13~T$ By the right hand rule, the magnetic field must be directed out of the page.
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