Field of a circular loop around its axis issue

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To derive the formula for the magnetic field of a circular loop around its axis, it's crucial to understand the relationship between the differential length element (dl) and the radius vector (r). The discussion clarifies that dl is considered perpendicular to r because of their respective orientations in a 3D model. Visualizing a circle on a horizontal surface with a vertical axis helps illustrate that r lies in the plane of the circle while dl extends out of the plane. This geometric perspective confirms the perpendicular relationship, aiding in the derivation of the field formula. Understanding this concept is essential for accurately calculating the magnetic field generated by the circular loop.
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Good , i want to derive the formula for field of a circular loop around its axis
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but i was stucked with the following point:
they consider dl perpendicular to r ! why is that??
many thanks in advance!
 

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It might help to construct a 3D model. Draw a circle on a piece of paper. Let the paper rest on a horizontal surface. Hold a pencil vertically with one end at the center of the circle. The pencil represents the axis of the circle. Choose an arbitrary point C on the circle and hold another pencil such that one end is at C and the other end touches the axis of the circle. This pencil represents r. Imagine a little element dl of the circle at point C. Can you see that r is perpendicular to dl?
 
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Because dl is perpendicular to the page (either coming out of the page or going into it), and r is in the page.
 
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thanks a lot both of you, now i can see :)
 
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