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Magnetic Effects of Electric Current — Science STD 10 — Question

CBSE BoardEnglish MediumSTD 10ScienceMagnetic Effects of Electric Current1 Mark
MCQ
A horizontal wire carries a current as shown in Figure below between magnetic poles $N$ and $S$ : Is the direction of the force on the wire due to the magnet :
  • A
    In the direction the current.
  • B
    Vertically downwards.
  • C
    Opposite to the current direction.
  • ✓
    Vertically upwards.
✓

Answer

Correct option: D.
Vertically upwards.
Applying Fleming's left $-$ hand rule, we find that the force on the wire will act vertically upward.

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