A square loop ABCD , carrying a current `I,` is placed near and coplanar with a long straight conductor XY carrying a current I.

Options

A. There is no net force on the loop
B. The loop will be attracted by the conductor only if the current in the loop flows clockwise.
C. The loop will be attracted by the conductor only if the current in the loop flows anticlockwise
D. The loop will always be attracted by the conductor

Answer

B

Explanation

Conceptural