When a current carrying conductor is placed in a magnetic field

When a current carrying conductor is placed in a magnetic field, it experiences a mechanical force. What should be the angle between the magnetic field and the length of the conductor so that the force experienced is:

1. Zero
2. Maximum?

Answer

(i) 0^o / zero or parallel (180, 360)

(ii) 90^o or Perpendicular (270)

• Exam Year: 2020