Question 1 What is a solenoid? Question 2 Draw the pattern of field lines due to a solenoid carrying electric current? Magnetic field due to a current in a Solenoid A solenoid is a coil of many turns of an insulated copper wire closely wound in the shape of a tight spring. When an electric current flow through a solenoid,magnetic field is set up around … [Read more...] about Magnetic field due to a current in a solenoid