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Physics · L3 · Finding the Force on a Current-Carrying Wire

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The steps for calculating the size and direction of the magnetic force on a wire.

by @openstemUpdated Physics
Identify B, I, L, and angle θCalculate F = BIL sin θWhat is θ?Maximum possible forceZero forceApply right-hand rule for direction90°, perpendicular0°, parallel

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