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Which of the statement given below correctly describes the magnetic field near a long , straight current -carrying conductor ?

A

The magnetic lines of force are in a plane, perpendicular to the conductor in the form of straight lines.

B

The magnetic lines of force are parallel to the conductor on all the sides of conductor .

C

The magnetic lines of force are perpendicular to the conductor going radially outward.

D

The magnetic lines of force are in concetric circles with the wire as the centre, in a plane perpendicular to the conductor .

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The magnetic lines of force are in concentric circles with the wire as the centre, in a plane perpendicular to the conductor.
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