Physics · The force between two parallel currents carrying conductors-definition of ampere

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Two straight parallel wires carrying current in the opposite directions repe each other, because of

  • A. Electrical force between them
  • B. Magnetic force between them
  • C. Gravitational force between them
  • D. Nuclear force between them

Step-by-step solution

Two straight parallel wires carrying currents produce magnetic fields. When currents flow in opposite directions, the magnetic fields interact, resulting in a repulsive magnetic force between the wires, as described by Ampère's force law.
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