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The magnetic field lines around a long straight current-carrying wire are:

1. Straight lines parallel to the wire
2. Radial lines pointing away from the wire
3. Straight lines perpendicular to the wire
4. Concentric circles around the wire

Answer

D. Concentric circles around the wire

Solution

Direction given by the right-hand grip rule.

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