Wire Loops, Current, Magnetic Field, & Straight Wire HELP

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This discussion focuses on calculating the magnitude and direction of the force exerted on a wire loop by a straight wire carrying current. The problem involves two currents: one flowing through a straight wire and another circulating around a wire loop. Participants are encouraged to share their equations and calculations to facilitate assistance in solving the problem. The discussion emphasizes the importance of understanding the interaction between current and magnetic fields in this context.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of Ampère's Law
  • Knowledge of the Biot-Savart Law
  • Familiarity with magnetic field concepts
  • Basic proficiency in vector mathematics
NEXT STEPS
  • Study the application of Ampère's Law in calculating magnetic fields
  • Learn about the Biot-Savart Law for current-carrying conductors
  • Explore the right-hand rule for determining force direction in magnetic fields
  • Investigate the effects of varying current magnitudes on magnetic interactions
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Physics students, electrical engineers, and educators seeking to deepen their understanding of electromagnetism and the forces between current-carrying conductors.

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This problem deals with current and the magnetic fields of these wire loops & straight wires. The question is listed below, as is the link to the picture. Thanks SO Much for your help!

http://i597.photobucket.com/albums/tt59/JMoore4116/PHY232--Ch31--5-4.jpg

If that one doesn't work, try this one:
http://s597.photobucket.com/albums/tt59/JMoore4116/?action=view&current=PHY232--Ch31--5-4.jpg


In the diagram, one current flows through the straight wire and another current flows around the wire loop, with the magnitudes shown. What are the magnitude and direction of the force exerted on the wire loop by the current in the straight wire?
 
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Hi JMoore0150,

JMoore0150 said:
This problem deals with current and the magnetic fields of these wire loops & straight wires. The question is listed below, as is the link to the picture. Thanks SO Much for your help!

http://i597.photobucket.com/albums/tt59/JMoore4116/PHY232--Ch31--5-4.jpg

If that one doesn't work, try this one:
http://s597.photobucket.com/albums/tt59/JMoore4116/?action=view&current=PHY232--Ch31--5-4.jpg


In the diagram, one current flows through the straight wire and another current flows around the wire loop, with the magnitudes shown. What are the magnitude and direction of the force exerted on the wire loop by the current in the straight wire?

What have you tried so far? When you show your work (equations you are using, and number you are plugging in), we'll better know how we can help.
 

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