Asked in MDCAT Test Series 16 — Electromagnetism, Induction and Atomic Spectra (18 March 2025) 2025

When charge particle enters in the uniform magnetic field, the magnetic force will be equal:

Correct answer: B. Centripetal force

  • A. Electric force
  • B. Centripetal force
  • C. Magnetic force
  • D. Gravitational force

Explanation

The magnetic force provides the necessary centripetal force to the charge particle. So, the charge particle moves in circular path

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A charged particle moving through a magnetic field experiences the Lorentz force, which is perpendicular to both its velocity and the field. The motion may be circular or helical, with questions involving radius, angular frequency, time period, and work done. A stationary charge feels no magnetic force.

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