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Which of the following statements is/are correct for a current-carrying solenoid?

  1. (i) It can be used to magnetize a piece of soft iron.
  2. (ii) It acts like a bar magnet.
  3. (iii) The field lines are concentric circles

    A1, 3

    B1 only

    CAll

    D1, 2

    Answer:

    D. 1, 2

    Read Explanation:

    A current-carrying solenoid creates a magnetic field similar to a bar magnet, withnorth and south poles. This solenoid can magnetize soft iron and behaves like a bar magnet. statements (i) and (ii) correct.

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