Physics 9702 · AS & A Level · Force on a moving charge

Force on a moving charge — practice question

(a)[2]

Define what magnetic flux density is.

(b)

A particle of mass $m$ and charge $+Q$ enters the uniform magnetic field shown in Fig. 7.1 with speed $v$. The magnetic field, which is directed into the page, has flux density $B$. The particle enters the field at point $Y$.

(b(i))[1]

State an expression, using some or all of $m$, $Q$, $B$ and $v$, for the magnetic force $F$ acting on the particle at point $Y$.

(b(ii))[1]

On Fig. 7.1, draw an arrow at point $Y$ to show the direction of the force in (b)(i).

(b(iii))[1]

On Fig. 7.1, draw a line to show a possible path for the particle through the magnetic-field region.

(c(i))[3]

Explain how an electric field can be used together with the magnetic field to ensure that the particle in (b) now passes through point $Z$.

(c(ii))[2]

Derive an expression for $v$ in terms of $B$ and the electric field strength $E$.

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