Magnetic Currents Reading
An informational reading passage for AP Physics C students covering the Biot-Savart Law, its mathematical derivation, and a case study of an infinite wire. Includes a quick concept check section with enlarged response areas.
Field Formulas Worksheet
A guided inquiry worksheet for AP Physics C students to derive the magnetic field on the axis of a circular current loop using calculus and the Biot-Savart Law.
Magnetic Fields Answer Key
Answer key for the Field Formulas Worksheet, showing the complete derivation of the magnetic field of a circular current loop on its axis.
Amperian Paths Reading
An informational reading passage for AP Physics C students covering Ampere's Law, including the definition of the line integral, the Amperian loop, the right-hand rule for current direction, and a comparison with Gauss's Law. Includes a visual guide for 3D currents.
Amperian Paths Worksheet
A guided inquiry worksheet for AP Physics C students to apply Ampere's Law to infinite conductors and solenoids, requiring derivations and conceptual sketching. Includes specific practice on interpreting into-page and out-of-page currents.
Amperian Paths Answer Key
Answer key for the Amperian Paths Worksheet, detailing derivations for the infinite wire and solenoid.
Amperian Paths Extended Reading
An elaborate informational reading passage for AP Physics C students covering Ampere's Law in depth. It features a new front page on magnetic flux, details how to find the magnetic field direction at each point of a loop, and provides a comprehensive contrast between closed surfaces (Gauss's Law) and closed loops (Ampere's Law).
Solenoid Magnetic Field Reading
An informational reading passage for AP Physics C students explaining the derivation and properties of the magnetic field inside a cylindrical solenoid. Covers symmetry arguments, turn density, and the application of Ampere's Law with a rectangular loop. Includes detailed diagrams for side-view and cross-sectional view.
