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Two particles A and B of masses ma and mu respectively and having the same charge are moving in a plane. A uniform magnetic field exists perpendicular to this plane. The speeds of the particles are vA and vu respectively and trajectories are as shown the figure. Then

Correct answer: B. MA VA > MB VB

  • A. MA VA < MB VB
  • B. MA VA > MB VB
  • C. MA<MB and VA<VB
  • D. MA=MB and VA=VB

Explanation

When a charged particle is moving at right angle to the magnetic field, then a force acts on it which behaves as a centripetal force and moves the particle in circular path.Explanation is given below:

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