Question 1: Using the force of Earth's magnetic on a current to lift objects What is the minimum current you would need to pass through a 1 cm radius copper wire in order to have it float in Earth's magnetic field? From your answer, do you think this method is a promising way to lift heavy objects? (hints: Earth's magnetic field is = 5×10°T , and the density of copper is = 9 g · cm³)

Question 1: Using the force of Earth's magnetic on a current to lift objects What is the minimum current you would need to pass through a 1 cm radius copper wire in order to have it float in Earth's magnetic field? From your answer, do you think this method is a promising way to lift heavy objects? (hints: Earth's magnetic field is = 5×10°T , and the density of copper is = 9 g · cm³)

University Physics Volume 2

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ISBN:9781938168161

Author:OpenStax

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Chapter11: Magnetic Forces And Fields

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 109CP: A long-rigid wire lies along the x-axis and cairns a current of 2.5 A in the positive x-direction....

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