alleryWhich feature distinguishes the described long solenoid?
AIts length greatly exceeds its diameter
BIts diameter greatly exceeds its length
CIt contains no wire turns at all
DIt has no path for electric current
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: A. Its length greatly exceeds its diameter
A solenoid is described as long when its length is substantially greater than its diameter.
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