Magnetic Field Generated by Current Through a Straight Conductor

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Type of activity: demo
Activity code:  M-007a

Description:

Connect as shown.

Use 6V setting on the power supply.

Note: There is known interference of the demo with transformers in the power supply, some overhead projectors, etc. Make sure the wire/compass component of the apparatus is placed far away from any other magnetic sources!

Also known as Oersted's experiment.

 

Video:


source: https://play.library.utoronto.ca/0a12f041be23f94de8411df89772d399

Apparatus

Bracket with Straight Conductor
Power Supply (6-12V)
Power Supply (6-12V)
Compass
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