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What is the difference between solenoid and toroid?

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A solenoid consists of an insulating long wire closely wound in the form of helix. Its length is very large as compared to its diameter.
A toroid is a hollow circular ring on which a large number of insulated turns of a metallic wire are closely wound. Infact, toroid is an endless solenoid.
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