AIIMS2003Physics-Electromagnetism
AIIMS 2003 Physics Magnetic Force on Charged Particles MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 12
An electron is travelling along the x-direction. It encounters a magnetic field in the y-direction. Its subsequent motion will be
A
straight line along the x-direction
B
a circle in the xz plane
C
a circle in the yz plane
D
a circle in the xy plane
Correct Answer
Option B
Detailed Explanation
The force on a charged particle due to a magnetic field is given by F = e(v x B).
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