What is the Magnetic Field Inside and Outside a Conducting Cylinder?

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The discussion focuses on calculating the magnetic field H inside and outside a conducting cylinder of radius r0 carrying a uniform current I. For points inside the cylinder (r < r0), the magnetic field is derived using the Biot-Savart Law and is expressed as H = (I * dL * sin(θ)) / (4π * r²). For points outside the cylinder (r > r0), the magnetic field is given by H = (I * dL * cos(θ)) / (4π * r²). The conversation also highlights the need for clarity on the variables dL and θ in the equations.

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Homework Statement


A conducting cylinder of radius r0 carries a current I uniformly throughout its
volume. Find an expression for the magnetic field H at a distance r from the
axis of the cylinder (a) for r < r0 , and (b) for r > r0 .

Homework Equations



Biot-Savart Law
Amperes Law

The Attempt at a Solution



I am not sure if this is correct

a) H=i*dL*sin(\theta)/4pi*r^2 for r < r0

b) H=i*dL*cos(\theta)/4pi*r^2 for r > r0

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Paymemoney said:
a) H=i*dL*sin(\theta)/4pi*r^2 for r < r0

b) H=i*dL*cos(\theta)/4pi*r^2 for r > r0

uhh? what's dL? what's θ? :confused:

use ∫ H.dl round a circle​
 

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