In a copper wire,electrons move to the right.The direction of the magnetic field is toward you (out of the page).In which direction is the magnetic force on the copper wire?

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The direction of the magnetic force on a current-carrying conductor in a magnetic field can be determined using the right-hand rule. Point your thumb in the direction of the electron flow (to the left, since electrons move opposite to conventional current direction), and your fingers in the direction of the magnetic field (toward you). Your palm then points in the direction of the force, which is up or to the top of the page.

In a Copper Wire,electrons Move to the Right