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Two charged particles M and N are projected with same velocity in a uniform magnetic field. Then M and N are:

Correct answer: C. an electron and a proton respectively

  • A. a proton and an alpha particle respectively
  • B. a deuteron and an electron respectively
  • C. an electron and a proton respectively
  • D. rotates about the axis

Explanation

When two charged particles are projected with the same velocity in a uniform magnetic field, the trajectory each particle follows is determined by its charge-to-mass ratio.Electrons and protons have different charge-to-mass ratios. When projected with the same velocity in a magnetic field, their paths would be distinct due to their differing charge-to-mass ratios. Possible Correct Answer:(c) an electron and a proton respectively

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