The magnetic field inside a long, straight, current-carrying solenoid is: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The magnetic field inside a long, straight, current-carrying solenoid is:
A. Directly proportional to the radius of the solenoid
B. Zero
C. Uniform (same at all points)
D. Stronger at the ends than at the center
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
An ideal solenoid consists of tightly packed coils. When current passes through it, the magnetic field lines inside the solenoid are parallel straight lines. This indicates that the magnetic field is uniform in magnitude and direction at all points strictly inside the central region of the solenoid. The field strength is given by B = mu_0 * n * I.

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