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The discussion revolves around calculating the magnetic field and magnetic force at specific points due to two long parallel wires carrying equal currents of 10.0A in opposite directions, separated by 1.00mm. The magnetic field at Points A, B, and C, all located 0.50mm from the wires, must be determined using the formula for the magnetic field of a long straight wire. Additionally, the magnetic force on a proton moving at 3.40 x 106 m/s to the left needs to be calculated at these points.

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Two long straight parallel wires separated by 1.00mm carrying currents in opposite directions with current equaling 10.0A each. Find the magnitude and direction of the magnetic field at Point A which = 0.50mm, Point B = 0.50mm, and Point C=0.50mm and write the directions of each. At each of these points, also find the magnitude and direction of the magnetic force on a proton, which is moving to the left at speed of 3.40 x 10^6 m/s? I would really appreciate your help on this one. Thanks


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mar7pau said:
Find the magnitude and direction of the magnetic field at Point A which = 0.50mm, Point B = 0.50mm, and Point C=0.50mm

This is a bit confusing. point A,B and C are all the same?

First off what is the formula for the magnetic field of a long wire?
Secondly what does the magnetic field of a long wire look like?
Thirdly consider both wires separately, put yourself in let's say point A and find the direction of the magnetic field of wire 1 in point A. Now do the same for wire 2. Now add them together vectorially

ps. Not being sure implies that you have at least some sort of an idea. Make sure you show us your work!
 

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