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Target Exam

CUET

Subject

General Test

Chapter

General Knowledge

Topic

Physics

Question:

A compass shows deflection when a current carrying conductor is brought close to it. What is the reason for this ?

Options:

Magnetic effect of current

Heating effect of current

Electric effect of current

Gravitational effect of current

Correct Answer:

Magnetic effect of current

Explanation:

Current carrying conductor creates a magnetic field around itself. This causes the compass needle to get deflected.