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5H40.10 Force between Parallel Wires

[Setup Time: 15 Min.] [Current Condition: Good]

Info

Two parallel wires attract or repel depending on the direction of current flow.

Setup Instructions

1. Connect battery to switch and switch to wires. Reversing the direction of the switch will reverse the direction of the force.

Parts List

Parallel Vertical Wires and switch on Back Wall

Car Battery on Cart on back wall

Relevant Simulation

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Other Information

Force Between Parallel Wires
Repelling Coils

Real-Life Examples

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More Advanced Reading

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