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Will a current carrying wire stretched between two supports deflect in different directions when current is goes through the wire in one direction and then reversed?
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A current carrying wire is a wire through which electric current flows. It can be made of metal, such as copper or aluminum, and is usually insulated to prevent electric shocks.
When electric current flows through a wire, it creates a circular magnetic field around the wire. This is due to the movement of electrons in the wire, which generates a magnetic field according to the right-hand rule.
A magnetic field can cause a current carrying wire to deflect or move in a certain direction. The direction of the deflection depends on the direction of the current, the strength of the magnetic field, and the orientation of the wire in relation to the field.
The direction of a current carrying wire can be determined by using the right-hand rule. If the thumb of your right hand points in the direction of the current, your fingers will curl in the direction of the magnetic field.
The strength of the magnetic field created by a current carrying wire is affected by the magnitude of the current, the distance from the wire, and the permeability of the material surrounding the wire. Additionally, the shape and orientation of the wire can also impact the strength of the magnetic field.