Magnetic field in the center of the toroid

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The magnetic field at the center of a toroid cannot be calculated using the formula B = μ*N*I/2π*r due to the lack of a constant field path through the center. Instead, the Biot-Savart Law must be applied to accurately determine the magnetic field in this configuration. The discussion emphasizes the importance of understanding the limitations of simplified equations in complex geometries like toroids.

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Can't this be calculated from B = mu*N*I/2*pi*r? Book explanation says that this can't be done because there is "no path through the center along which the field is constant" So I guess I must use the Biot-Savart Law. How should I go about doing that?
 
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