Which of the following statements is incorrect for a current-carrying solenoid?

  • A
    The magnetic field at all points inside the solenoid is uniform.
  • B
    It acts as a magnet when a soft iron core is placed inside it to produce a strong magnetic field.
  • C
    The pattern of its magnetic field lines is different from that of a bar magnet.
  • D
    Reversing the direction of the current in the solenoid reverses the positions of its $N$ and $S$ poles.

Explore More

Similar Questions

The magnetic field produced by a current in a straight wire has no poles.

Explain what is short-circuiting and overloading in an electric supply.

How is the induced current in a secondary coil related to the current in a primary coil?

$(a)$ Write three differences between $AC$ and $DC$.
$(b)$ State the frequency of $AC$ supply in India and mention the potential difference between the neutral and live wire in a domestic circuit.
How many times does $AC$ change its direction in one second?

Write any one method to induce current in a coil.

Vedclass Products

For Students

Vedclass Test Series

Mock tests in real JEE/NEET style with performance analysis. 5-day free trial.

Start Free Trial
For Teachers

Exam Paper Generator

Generate Set A/B/C/D exam papers from 7.5L+ questions in 2 minutes. 3 chapters free.

Try Free
For Institutes

Online Exam Module

Live online exams with unlimited students, 360° analytics & white-label branding.

See Demo