A copper wire is bent at right angles at point so that segment is long and lies along…
MATHEMATICS · Multi-part · IB Diploma Programme · Mathematics: Applications and Interpretation · Geometry and Trigonometry · Geometry and Trigonometry
Problem
A copper wire is bent at right angles at point B so that segment AB is 0.20m long and lies along the east–west direction, while segment BC is 0.15m long and lies along the north–south direction. The wire carries a steady current of 5A from A to C. The entire arrangement is in a uniform magnetic field of 0.30T directed vertically upward.
Answer the following:
(a) Calculate the magnitude of the force on segment AB.
(b) Calculate the magnitude of the force on segment BC.
(c) Determine the magnitude of the resultant force acting on the bent conductor ABC.