Biot-Savart Law

Definition

The Biot-Savart law is an equation that describes how an infinitesimal current element produces a magnetic field at any given point in space. It provides a way to calculate the magnitude and direction of this magnetic field.

Related terms

Lorentz Force Law: The Lorentz force law describes how charged particles experience both electric and magnetic forces when moving through electromagnetic fields.

Gauss's Law for Magnetism: Gauss's law for magnetism states that there are no isolated north or south poles; every magnet has both poles.

Magnetic Field: A magnetic field is a region in space where a magnetic force can be detected. It is created by moving electric charges or changing electric fields.