CAIE A-Level Physics A2 20.2.2 The Equation F Bil Sin with Directions As Interpreted By Flemings Topic Practice

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Two long straight parallel wires P and Q carry currents into the plane of the paper, as shown in Fig. 8.1.

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The current in P is I and the current in Q is 2 I.

Question (a)

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On Fig. 8.1, draw another arrow to show the direction of the force acting on wire Q due to the current in wire P. Label this arrow F.

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Question (b)

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State how the direction of the force on wire P compares with the direction of the force on wire Q.

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