Concepts Of Physics MCQ Edition [Volume 2]
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- Concepts Of Physics MCQ Edition [Volume 2]
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- Magnetic Field
Concepts Of Physics MCQ Edition [Volume 2] · Physics · Magnetic Field
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An electron is projected horizontally with a kinetic energy of . A magnetic field of magnitude is present in the vertically upward direction. Calculate the lateral deflection of the electron after it has travelled a distance of . Employ suitable approximations.
Options
- A
- B
- C
- D
Correct answer
C.
Step-by-step solution
Kinetic energy of the electron,
The radius of the circular path described by the electron in the magnetic field is given by:
Substituting the given values:
Since the distance travelled is much smaller than the radius , the lateral deflection can be approximated using the relation :
The radius of the circular path described by the electron in the magnetic field is given by:
Substituting the given values:
Since the distance travelled is much smaller than the radius , the lateral deflection can be approximated using the relation :