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

Force on a moving charge — practice question

(a)[2]

Define magnetic flux density in terms of the force acting on a current‑carrying conductor in a magnetic field.

(b(i))[1]

A particle of mass $m$ and charge $+Q$ moves at speed $v$ into a region where there is a uniform magnetic field, as shown in Fig. 7.1. State an expression, in terms of 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, add an arrow at point $Y$ showing the direction of the force in (b)(i).

(b(iii))[1]

On Fig. 7.1, draw a line that represents one possible route for the particle through the magnetic field region.

(c(i))[3]

Explain how an electric field can be used together with the magnetic field so 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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