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Which of the following correctly describles the magnetic field near a long straight wire ?

A

The field consits of straight lines perpendicular to the wire .

B

The field consists of straight lines parallel to the wire .

C

The field consits of radial lines originating from the wire

D

The field consist of concentric circles centred on the wire.

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D
This is an experimental fact . Which is only exhibited by right -hand thumb rule.
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