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1.	Name and state the rule by which polarity at the ends of a current carrying solenoid is determined.
Answer» Right hand thumb rule: If we hold the current carrying conductor in right hand such that the thumb points in the direction of flow of current, then the fingers encircle the wire in the direction of the magnetic fields lines.

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