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krishkoushik
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why does a moving charge create a magnetic field around it?
can you please explain the clear mechanism?
thanks in advance
can you please explain the clear mechanism?
thanks in advance
A magnetic field is a region in space where a magnetic force can be detected. It is created by moving electric charges, such as electrons, and can be visualized as invisible lines of force that form loops around the charges.
When an electric charge, such as an electron, moves, it creates a magnetic field around it. This is because the movement of the charge causes a disturbance in the space around it, which in turn creates a magnetic force that can be detected by other charges.
The strength of a magnetic field decreases with distance from a moving charge. This is because the magnetic field lines spread out as they move away from the charge, resulting in a weaker force being exerted on other charges.
The direction of the magnetic field around a moving charge is perpendicular to the direction of the charge's motion. This means that if the charge is moving in a straight line, the magnetic field will form circles around it.
The magnetic field around a moving charge can be calculated using the right-hand rule. This involves pointing the thumb of your right hand in the direction of the charge's motion, and curling your fingers. The direction in which your fingers curl is the direction of the magnetic field.