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Why the field lines are always perpendicular to the conducting line?
The direction of field lines is determined by the direction of the electric field, which is always perpendicular to the surface of a conducting line. This is due to the fact that electric charges on the surface of a conductor will always be redistributed in a way that cancels out any electric field inside the conductor, resulting in a uniform electric field perpendicular to the surface.
Yes, the perpendicular orientation of field lines to conducting lines is a fundamental property of all conducting materials. This is because the redistribution of electric charges to cancel out the electric field inside a conductor occurs regardless of the type of material.
In certain cases, such as when there is an external magnetic field present, the field lines may not appear completely perpendicular to the conducting line. However, this is not due to a change in the fundamental property of conducting materials, but rather an external influence on the electric charges within the conductor.
The perpendicular orientation of field lines to a conducting line is what allows for the flow of electric current. When a voltage is applied to the conducting line, the electric charges will move in the direction of the electric field, which is perpendicular to the surface. This movement of charges results in the flow of electric current.
Yes, the orientation of field lines can be influenced by external forces such as magnetic fields or the presence of other nearby conductors. However, the fundamental property of field lines being perpendicular to conducting lines remains unchanged. Any deviations from this perpendicular orientation are due to external influences on the electric charges within the conductor.