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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