How Does Current Affect the Force Between Parallel Conductors?

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Start date Sep 30, 2008
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In summary, electrical conduction refers to the movement of electrically charged particles through a material, allowing for the transfer of electrical energy. There are three types of electrical conduction: metallic, electrolytic, and semiconductor. The conductivity of a material generally increases with temperature, but in some materials, like semiconductors, it may decrease. Electrical conduction differs from electrical conductivity, which is a measure of a material's ability to allow for electric current. Electrical conduction can be controlled through factors such as temperature, external electric fields, and the use of materials with different conductivity levels.

Sep 30, 2008

hoooossein

1. what is the magnitude of the force between two parallel conductors 3.0m long,with currents of 5.0 A and 9.0 A, 20 cm apart?

2. Fm = IlBsin~
Fm = qvBsin~

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Sep 30, 2008

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Firstly, this isn't advanced physics.
Secondly this has nothing to do with the physics of electrical conduction.
Thirdly you haven't shown any work yet.

What is electrical conduction?

Electrical conduction is the movement of electrically charged particles, such as electrons, through a material. This movement of charged particles allows for the transfer of electrical energy.

What are the different types of electrical conduction?

There are three types of electrical conduction: metallic, electrolytic, and semiconductor. Metallic conduction occurs in materials that have free-moving electrons, such as metals. Electrolytic conduction occurs in solutions or molten substances that contain ions. Semiconductor conduction occurs in materials that have properties between those of conductors and insulators.

How does temperature affect electrical conduction?

The conductivity of a material generally increases as temperature increases, due to the increased movement of charged particles. However, in some materials, such as semiconductors, the opposite may occur and the conductivity may decrease with increasing temperature.

What is the difference between electrical conduction and electrical conductivity?

Electrical conduction refers to the movement of charged particles through a material, while electrical conductivity is a measure of how well a material allows for the flow of electrical current. Conductivity is a physical property of a material, while conduction is a process that occurs within a material.

How can electrical conduction be controlled?

Electrical conduction can be controlled in various ways, such as by changing the temperature or applying an external electric field. Materials with higher conductivity, such as metals, can also be used to control the flow of electricity by acting as conductors, while materials with lower conductivity, such as insulators, can be used to restrict the flow of electricity.