A Wire in the Shape of an "M" Lies in the Plane

question 14

Essay

A wire in the shape of an "M" lies in the plane of the paper.It carries a current of 2.0 A,flowing from points A to E,as shown in the figure.It is placed in a uniform magnetic field of 0.75 T in the same plane,directed as shown on the right side of the figure.The figure indicates the dimensions of the wire.What are the magnitude and direction of the force acting on (a)section AB of this wire?
(b)section BC of this wire?
(c)section CD of this wire?
(d)section DE of this wire?
(e)the entire wire?

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Definitions:

Medulla Oblongata

The lower portion of the brainstem, which controls autonomic functions such as breathing, heart rate, and digestion.

Brainstem

The lower extension of the brain where it connects to the spinal cord, responsible for controlling many basic life functions such as breathing and heart rate.

Spinal Cord

A long, thin, tubular structure made up of nervous tissue, extending from the brainstem down the vertebral column, playing a critical role in transmitting neural signals between the brain and the rest of the body.

Pyramids

Structures in the medulla oblongata of the brain involved in the transmission of motor signals to the spinal cord.