Which of the following pattern correctly describes the magnetic field around a long straight wire carrying current?

Class 10th Science, Question - Which of the following pattern correctly describes the magnetic field around a long straight wire carrying current?

These are the options for the question: Which of the following pattern correctly describes the magnetic field around a long straight wire carrying current?

(a) straight lines perpendicular to the wire.
(b) straight lines parallel to the wire.
(c) radial lines originating from the wire.
(d) concentric circles centred around the wire.

 

The correct answer is : (d) The field consists of concentric circles centred around the wire.