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right-hand rule

Translations

правило правой руки

In physics, we often use the right-hand rule to determine the direction of the magnetic force.

В физике мы часто используем правило правой руки, чтобы определить направление магнитной силы.

Definitions

The right-hand rule is a mnemonic used in physics and engineering to determine the direction of a vector, such as magnetic force, angular momentum, or current, in relation to two other vectors. By pointing the fingers of the right hand in the direction of the first vector and curling them toward the second, the thumb points in the direction of the resulting vector.