Right-Hand Rule (RHR)
Definition
The Right-Hand Rule is a method used to determine the direction of magnetic fields, magnetic forces, and induced currents in wires.
Related terms
Magnetic Field: A region around a magnet or current-carrying wire where magnetic forces are exerted on other magnets or moving charges.
Solenoid: A coil that carries electric current and produces a magnetic field.
Electromagnetic Induction: The process by which a changing magnetic field induces an electromotive force (EMF) in a conductor.
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