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A uniform electric field and magnetic field are parallel and point in the same direction. An electron with velocity "v" projected in the same direction will:

Correct answer: C. Move with decreased velocity

  • A. Turn to the left
  • B. Turns to the right
  • C. Move with decreased velocity
  • D. Move with the decrease velocity

Explanation

FB = qvBsin0o = 0 Fe = qE = 0 As the electron moves along the electric field. The electric force acts on electron opposite to its direction of motion. So, its speed decreases.

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