Answer:
3.7 A
Explanation:
Parameters given:
Magnetic field strength, B = 5 * 10^(-5) T
Distance of magnetic field from wire, r = 1.5 cm = 0.015 m
The magnetic field, B, due to a current, I, flowing a wire is given as:
B = (μ₀*I) / 2πr
Where μ₀ = permeability of free space
To get the current, I, we make I the subject of the formula:
I = (2πr * B) / μ₀
I = (2 * 3.142 * 5 * 10^(-5)) / (1.25663706 × 10^(-6))
I = 3.7 A
