Can Ampere's Law Confirm Zero Magnetic Field in Non-Enclosing Loops?

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Ampere's Law states that the closed line integral of the magnetic field around a loop is proportional to the net current enclosed by that loop. In the case of an Amperian loop that does not enclose any net current, the integral of the magnetic field along the loop is definitively zero. This conclusion is supported by Maxwell's equations, specifically the integral form of Ampere's Law, which confirms that the magnetic field behaves consistently regardless of the loop's shape, provided no current is enclosed.

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I had a thought that I hope you could give me feedback on:

Imagine a complex configuration that had a steady current, such that it's magnetic field was complex as well (I apologize for using 'complex' quite loosely here). If I were to apply Ampere's Law and form an Amperian loop that did not enclose any net current, would that imply that the closed line integral of the magnetic field along the loop is zero (regardless of the Amperian loop's shape)?

My brain is saying it's zero, but my mind is not yet convinced. Hopefully you can provide me a little more insight.

With thanks,
J.
 
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Use Maxwell's equation (the integral form), and derive this, to convince your mind :).
 

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