Magnetic Force on Current-Carrying Wires
Students explore the force experienced by a current-carrying wire in a magnetic field and apply the right-hand rule.
Key Questions
- Explain how the direction of current and magnetic field determine the direction of the magnetic force.
- Analyze how the strength of the magnetic force depends on current, wire length, and field strength.
- Design a simple device that utilizes the magnetic force on a current-carrying wire.
Common Core State Standards
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