Asked in MDCAT Test Series 26 — Electromagnetic InductionModerate

A homogeneous electric field E and a uniform magnetic field B are pointing in the same direction. A proton is projected with its velocity parallel to E. It will:

Correct answer: A. Go on moving in the same direction with increasing velocity

  • A. Go on moving in the same direction with increasing velocity
  • B. Go on moving in the same direction with constant velocity
  • C. Turn to its right
  • D. Turn to its left

Explanation

The proton will continue to move in the same direction as the initial velocity (parallel to the electric field), and its speed will increase over time. In other words, the proton will accelerate in the direction of the electric field.

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