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What is the force on a conductor of length l carrying current 'i' when it is situated in a magnetic field of induction B? When is it maximum?

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To find the force on a conductor of length \( l \) carrying current \( i \) when it is situated in a magnetic field of induction \( B \), we can follow these steps: ### Step 1: Understand the Force on a Current-Carrying Conductor The force \( \mathbf{F} \) acting on a straight conductor carrying a current in a magnetic field can be expressed using the formula: \[ \mathbf{F} = i \mathbf{L} \times \mathbf{B} \] where: ...
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