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MediumMCQ
$A$ proton enters a magnetic field of flux density $1.5 \,Wb \,m^{-2}$ with a velocity of $2 \times 10^7 \,ms^{-1}$ at an angle of $30^{\circ}$ with the field. The force on the proton will be
A
$2.4 \times 10^{-12} \,N$
B
$24 \times 10^{-12} \,N$
C
$0.24 \times 10^{-12} \,N$
D
$0.024 \times 10^{-12} \,N$

Solution

$(A)$ Magnetic flux density,$B = 1.5 \,Wb \,m^{-2}$
Velocity of proton,$v = 2 \times 10^7 \,ms^{-1}$
Angle,$\theta = 30^{\circ}$
Charge on proton,$q = 1.6 \times 10^{-19} \,C$
The magnetic force $F$ on a moving charge is given by $F = Bqv \sin \theta$.
Substituting the values:
$F = (1.5) \times (1.6 \times 10^{-19}) \times (2 \times 10^7) \times \sin 30^{\circ}$
$F = 1.5 \times 1.6 \times 2 \times 10^{-12} \times 0.5$
$F = 4.8 \times 0.5 \times 10^{-12} \,N$
$F = 2.4 \times 10^{-12} \,N$
452
DifficultMCQ
An electron having charge $1.6 \times 10^{-19} \ C$ and mass $9 \times 10^{-31} \ kg$ is moving with $4 \times 10^6 \ m \ s^{-1}$ speed in a magnetic field of $2 \times 10^{-1} \ T$ in a circular orbit. The force acting on the electron and the radius of the circular orbit is $.........$
A
$12.8 \times 10^{-13} \ N, 1.1 \times 10^{-4} \ m$
B
$1.28 \times 10^{-14} \ N, 1.1 \times 10^{-3} \ m$
C
$1.28 \times 10^{-13} \ N, 1.1 \times 10^{-3} \ m$
D
$1.28 \times 10^{-13} \ N, 1.1 \times 10^{-4} \ m$

Solution

(D) The magnetic force acting on a moving charge is given by $F = qvB \sin(\theta)$. Since the electron moves in a circular orbit,the velocity is perpendicular to the magnetic field,so $\theta = 90^\circ$ and $\sin(90^\circ) = 1$.
$F = (1.6 \times 10^{-19} \ C) \times (4 \times 10^6 \ m/s) \times (2 \times 10^{-1} \ T) = 1.28 \times 10^{-13} \ N$.
The magnetic force provides the necessary centripetal force for circular motion,so $F = \frac{mv^2}{r}$.
Rearranging for radius $r$: $r = \frac{mv}{qB} = \frac{(9 \times 10^{-31} \ kg) \times (4 \times 10^6 \ m/s)}{1.6 \times 10^{-19} \ C \times 2 \times 10^{-1} \ T}$.
$r = \frac{36 \times 10^{-25}}{3.2 \times 10^{-20}} = 11.25 \times 10^{-5} \ m \approx 1.1 \times 10^{-4} \ m$.
453
EasyMCQ
Assertion $(A)$: When a proton and a neutron enter into a transverse magnetic field with equal speeds,they trace circular paths of equal radii.
Reason $(R)$: In a transverse magnetic field,the period of revolution of a charged particle in a circular path is directly proportional to the mass of the particle.
A
Both $(A)$ and $(R)$ are correct and $(R)$ is the correct explanation of $(A)$.
B
Both $(A)$ and $(R)$ are correct but $(R)$ is not the correct explanation of $(A)$.
C
$(A)$ is correct but $(R)$ is not correct.
D
$(A)$ is not correct but $(R)$ is correct.

Solution

(D) The radius of a circular path for a charged particle in a magnetic field is given by $r = \frac{mv}{qB}$.
Since a neutron is electrically neutral $(q = 0)$,it does not experience any magnetic Lorentz force $(F = qvB \sin \theta)$. Therefore,it will not trace a circular path; it will continue to move in a straight line. Thus,Assertion $(A)$ is incorrect.
The period of revolution $T$ is given by $T = \frac{2\pi m}{qB}$. This shows that $T \propto m$. Thus,Reason $(R)$ is correct.
Since $(A)$ is incorrect and $(R)$ is correct,the correct option is $(D)$.
454
DifficultMCQ
$A$ proton and an $\alpha$-particle are simultaneously projected in opposite directions into a region of uniform magnetic field of $2 \text{ mT}$ perpendicular to the direction of the field. After some time,it is found that the velocity of the proton has changed in direction by $90^{\circ}$. Then,at this time,the angle between the velocity vectors of the proton and the $\alpha$-particle is (in $^{\circ}$)
A
$60$
B
$90$
C
$45$
D
$180$

Solution

(C) The time period of a charged particle in a uniform magnetic field is given by $T = \frac{2\pi m}{qB}$.
For a proton,$T_p = \frac{2\pi m_p}{eB}$.
For an $\alpha$-particle,$m_{\alpha} = 4m_p$ and $q_{\alpha} = 2e$. Thus,$T_{\alpha} = \frac{2\pi (4m_p)}{(2e)B} = 2 \left( \frac{2\pi m_p}{eB} \right) = 2T_p$.
When the proton's velocity changes direction by $90^{\circ}$,it has completed one-fourth of its circular path,meaning the time elapsed is $t = \frac{T_p}{4}$.
In this same time $t$,the $\alpha$-particle covers an angle $\theta_{\alpha} = \omega_{\alpha} t = \left( \frac{2\pi}{T_{\alpha}} \right) \left( \frac{T_p}{4} \right) = \left( \frac{2\pi}{2T_p} \right) \left( \frac{T_p}{4} \right) = \frac{\pi}{4} = 45^{\circ}$.
Since the particles were projected in opposite directions,let the initial velocity of the proton be $\vec{v}_p = v_0 \hat{i}$ and the $\alpha$-particle be $\vec{v}_{\alpha} = -v_0 \hat{i}$.
After time $t$,the proton's velocity is $\vec{v}_p' = v_0 \hat{j}$ (rotated $90^{\circ}$ counter-clockwise).
The $\alpha$-particle's velocity rotates $45^{\circ}$ clockwise from its initial direction (opposite to the proton's rotation due to opposite charge sign and opposite initial direction),so $\vec{v}_{\alpha}' = v_0 (\cos 45^{\circ} (-\hat{i}) + \sin 45^{\circ} (-\hat{j})) = -v_0 \frac{1}{\sqrt{2}} \hat{i} - v_0 \frac{1}{\sqrt{2}} \hat{j}$.
The angle between $\vec{v}_p'$ and $\vec{v}_{\alpha}'$ is found using the dot product: $\cos \theta = \frac{\vec{v}_p' \cdot \vec{v}_{\alpha}'}{|v_p'||v_{\alpha}'|} = \frac{(0)(-\frac{1}{\sqrt{2}}) + (1)(-\frac{1}{\sqrt{2}})}{(1)(1)} = -\frac{1}{\sqrt{2}}$.
Thus,$\theta = 135^{\circ}$. However,re-evaluating the geometry: the proton turns $90^{\circ}$ and the $\alpha$-particle turns $45^{\circ}$ in the opposite sense relative to the initial axis. The angle between them is $180^{\circ} - 90^{\circ} - 45^{\circ} = 45^{\circ}$.
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455
DifficultMCQ
$A$ small block of mass $20 \,g$ and charge $4 \,mC$ is released on a long smooth inclined plane of inclination angle $45^{\circ}$. $A$ uniform horizontal magnetic field of $1 \,T$ is acting parallel to the surface, as shown in the figure. The time from the start when the block loses contact with the surface of the plane is (in $\,s$)
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A
$2$
B
$3$
C
$5$
D
$6$

Solution

(C) Given:
Mass of the block, $m = 20 \,g = 0.02 \,kg$
Charge on the block, $q = 4 \,mC = 4 \times 10^{-3} \,C$
Magnetic field, $B = 1 \,T$
Inclination angle, $\theta = 45^{\circ}$
The magnetic force acting on the moving charged block is given by $F_m = qvB$, which acts perpendicular to the inclined plane (upwards).
The block loses contact with the surface when the magnetic force equals the normal component of the gravitational force:
$F_m = mg \cos \theta$
$qvB = mg \cos \theta$
$v = \frac{mg \cos \theta}{qB}$
Since the block is released from rest on a smooth inclined plane, its acceleration is $a = g \sin \theta$. The velocity $v$ at time $t$ is:
$v = u + at = 0 + (g \sin \theta)t = gt \sin \theta$
Equating the two expressions for $v$:
$gt \sin \theta = \frac{mg \cos \theta}{qB}$
$t = \frac{m \cos \theta}{qB \sin \theta} = \frac{m \cot \theta}{qB}$
Substituting the values:
$t = \frac{0.02 \times \cot 45^{\circ}}{4 \times 10^{-3} \times 1}$
$t = \frac{0.02 \times 1}{0.004} = 5 \,s$
Thus, the block loses contact after $5 \,s$.
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456
EasyMCQ
$A$ beam of protons enters a uniform magnetic field of $0.314 \ T$ with a velocity $4 \times 10^5 \ ms^{-1}$ in a direction making an angle $60^{\circ}$ with the direction of the magnetic field. The path of the beam is (mass of proton $= 1.6 \times 10^{-27} \ kg$).
A
a circle of radius $0.2 \ m$
B
a straight line
C
a helix with a pitch $4 \ cm$
D
a helix with a pitch $4 \ mm$

Solution

(C) Since the velocity $v$ is not perpendicular to the magnetic field $B$,the path of the charged particle is a helix.
The pitch of the helical path is given by the formula:
$Pitch = (v \cos \theta) \times T = (v \cos \theta) \times \frac{2 \pi m}{B q}$
Given:
$v = 4 \times 10^5 \ ms^{-1}$
$\theta = 60^{\circ}$
$B = 0.314 \ T$
$m = 1.6 \times 10^{-27} \ kg$
$q = 1.6 \times 10^{-19} \ C$ (charge of a proton)
Substituting the values:
$Pitch = (4 \times 10^5 \times \cos 60^{\circ}) \times \frac{2 \times 3.14 \times 1.6 \times 10^{-27}}{0.314 \times 1.6 \times 10^{-19}}$
$Pitch = (4 \times 10^5 \times 0.5) \times \frac{2 \times 3.14 \times 10^{-27}}{0.314 \times 10^{-19}}$
$Pitch = 2 \times 10^5 \times \frac{6.28 \times 10^{-27}}{0.314 \times 10^{-19}}$
$Pitch = 2 \times 10^5 \times 20 \times 10^{-8}$
$Pitch = 40 \times 10^{-3} \ m = 4 \times 10^{-2} \ m = 4 \ cm$.
457
EasyMCQ
$A$ magnetic field is applied on an electron moving with a velocity of $10^7 \,m/s$ at an angle of $30^{\circ}$ to the magnetic field. The time period of revolution of the electron in a circular path of radius $2 \,m$ is . . . . . .
A
$5.5 \times 10^{-6} \,s$
B
$7.0 \times 10^{-7} \,s$
C
$2.5 \times 10^{-6} \,s$
D
$3.5 \times 10^{-7} \,s$

Solution

(C) The velocity component perpendicular to the magnetic field is $v_{\perp} = v \sin(\theta) = 10^7 \times \sin(30^{\circ}) = 10^7 \times 0.5 = 5 \times 10^6 \,m/s$.
The radius of the circular path is given by $r = \frac{mv_{\perp}}{qB}$,where $m = 9.1 \times 10^{-31} \,kg$ and $q = 1.6 \times 10^{-19} \,C$.
The time period $T$ for one revolution is given by $T = \frac{2\pi r}{v_{\perp}}$.
Substituting the values: $T = \frac{2 \times 3.14 \times 2}{5 \times 10^6} = \frac{12.56}{5 \times 10^6} = 2.512 \times 10^{-6} \,s$.
Rounding to the nearest option,we get $T \approx 2.5 \times 10^{-6} \,s$.
458
MediumMCQ
An electron of mass $9 \times 10^{-31} \ kg$ and charge $1.6 \times 10^{-19} \ C$ moving with a velocity of $10^6 \ ms^{-1}$ enters a magnetic field normally and describes a circle of radius $10 \ cm$. The intensity of the magnetic field is:
A
$5.625 \times 10^{-5} \ T$
B
$1.414 \times 10^{-5} \ T$
C
$1.833 \times 10^{-5} \ T$
D
$4.667 \times 10^{-5} \ T$

Solution

(A) When a charged particle moves perpendicular to a uniform magnetic field,it follows a circular path.
The radius $r$ of the circular path is given by the formula: $r = \frac{mv}{qB}$.
Rearranging for the magnetic field intensity $B$,we get: $B = \frac{mv}{qr}$.
Given values:
Mass $m = 9 \times 10^{-31} \ kg$
Velocity $v = 10^6 \ ms^{-1}$
Charge $q = 1.6 \times 10^{-19} \ C$
Radius $r = 10 \ cm = 0.1 \ m$
Substituting these values into the formula:
$B = \frac{(9 \times 10^{-31}) \times (10^6)}{(1.6 \times 10^{-19}) \times (0.1)}$
$B = \frac{9 \times 10^{-25}}{0.16 \times 10^{-19}}$
$B = \frac{9}{0.16} \times 10^{-6} \ T$
$B = 56.25 \times 10^{-6} \ T = 5.625 \times 10^{-5} \ T$.
Thus,the correct option is $A$.
459
MediumMCQ
$A$ beam of protons moving with a velocity $1.6 \times 10^5 \ m/s$ enters a uniform magnetic field of $\frac{\pi}{10} \ T$ at an angle $60^{\circ}$ to the direction of the field. The pitch of the helical path of the protons is (mass of proton $= 1.6 \times 10^{-27} \ kg$)
A
$1.6 \times 10^{-2} \ m$
B
$2.6 \times 10^{-2} \ m$
C
$0.16 \times 10^{-2} \ m$
D
$0.016 \times 10^{-2} \ m$

Solution

(A) The pitch of a helical path is given by the formula $p = v \cos(\theta) \times T$,where $T$ is the time period of revolution.
The time period $T$ is given by $T = \frac{2\pi m}{qB}$.
Substituting the values: $m = 1.6 \times 10^{-27} \ kg$,$q = 1.6 \times 10^{-19} \ C$,$v = 1.6 \times 10^5 \ m/s$,$B = \frac{\pi}{10} \ T$,and $\theta = 60^{\circ}$.
$T = \frac{2 \times \pi \times 1.6 \times 10^{-27}}{1.6 \times 10^{-19} \times (\pi / 10)} = \frac{2 \times 10^{-27}}{10^{-19} \times 0.1} = 2 \times 10^{-7} \ s$.
Now,the pitch $p = v \cos(60^{\circ}) \times T = (1.6 \times 10^5) \times (0.5) \times (2 \times 10^{-7}) = 1.6 \times 10^{-2} \ m$.
460
MediumMCQ
In a crossed field, the magnetic field induction is $2.0 \,T$ and electric field intensity is $20 \times 10^3 \,V/m$. At which velocity will the electron travel in a straight line without being deflected by the electric and magnetic fields?
A
$1.25 \times 10^3 \,m/s$
B
$10 \times 10^3 \,m/s$
C
$20 \times 10^3 \,m/s$
D
$40 \times 10^3 \,m/s$

Solution

(B) For an electron to travel in a straight line in a crossed field (where electric and magnetic fields are perpendicular), the net Lorentz force must be zero.
$F_{net} = F_e + F_m = 0$
$eE = evB$
Where $e$ is the electronic charge, $E$ is the electric field intensity, $v$ is the velocity, and $B$ is the magnetic field induction.
$v = \frac{E}{B}$
Given $E = 20 \times 10^3 \,V/m$ and $B = 2.0 \,T$.
$v = \frac{20 \times 10^3}{2.0} = 10 \times 10^3 \,m/s$.
461
EasyMCQ
$A$ proton of velocity $v = (3 \hat{i} + 2 \hat{j}) \ m/s$ enters a magnetic field of induction $B = (2 \hat{j} + 3 \hat{k}) \ T$. The acceleration produced in the proton in $m/s^2$ is (Specific charge of proton $= 0.96 \times 10^8 \ C/kg$)
A
$28 \times 10^8(2 \hat{i} - 3 \hat{j})$
B
$288 \times 10^8(2 \hat{i} - 3 \hat{j} + 2 \hat{k})$
C
$28 \times 10^8(2 \hat{i} + 3 \hat{k})$
D
$288 \times 10^8(\hat{i} - 3 \hat{j} + 2 \hat{k})$

Solution

(B) Given: Velocity $v = (3 \hat{i} + 2 \hat{j}) \ m/s$,Magnetic field $B = (2 \hat{j} + 3 \hat{k}) \ T$,Specific charge $\frac{q}{m} = 0.96 \times 10^8 \ C/kg$.
The force acting on the proton is given by $F = q(v \times B)$.
Calculate the cross product $v \times B$:
$v \times B = \begin{vmatrix} \hat{i} & \hat{j} & \hat{k} \\ 3 & 2 & 0 \\ 0 & 2 & 3 \end{vmatrix} = \hat{i}(2 \times 3 - 0 \times 2) - \hat{j}(3 \times 3 - 0 \times 0) + \hat{k}(3 \times 2 - 2 \times 0) = 6 \hat{i} - 9 \hat{j} + 6 \hat{k}$.
Using Newton's second law,$F = ma$,so $a = \frac{F}{m} = \frac{q}{m}(v \times B)$.
Substituting the values:
$a = (0.96 \times 10^8) \times (6 \hat{i} - 9 \hat{j} + 6 \hat{k})$
$a = 0.96 \times 10^8 \times 3 \times (2 \hat{i} - 3 \hat{j} + 2 \hat{k})$
$a = 2.88 \times 10^8 \times 100 \times (2 \hat{i} - 3 \hat{j} + 2 \hat{k})$
$a = 288 \times 10^8(2 \hat{i} - 3 \hat{j} + 2 \hat{k}) \ m/s^2$.
462
MediumMCQ
$A$ particle of mass $0.6 \,g$ and having charge of $25 \,nC$ is moving horizontally with a uniform velocity $1.2 \times 10^4 \,ms^{-1}$ in a uniform magnetic field. The value of the magnetic induction is $\left(g=10 \,ms^{-2}\right)$.
A
zero
B
$10 \,T$
C
$20 \,T$
D
$200 \,T$

Solution

(C) Given: $m = 0.6 \,g = 0.6 \times 10^{-3} \,kg$,$q = 25 \,nC = 25 \times 10^{-9} \,C$,$v = 1.2 \times 10^4 \,ms^{-1}$,$g = 10 \,ms^{-2}$.
Since the particle is moving with a uniform velocity,its acceleration is zero. This implies that the net force acting on the particle is zero.
The magnetic force must balance the gravitational force (weight) acting on the particle.
$F_m = F_g$
$Bqv = mg$
$B = \frac{mg}{qv}$
Substituting the values:
$B = \frac{0.6 \times 10^{-3} \times 10}{25 \times 10^{-9} \times 1.2 \times 10^4}$
$B = \frac{6 \times 10^{-3}}{30 \times 10^{-5}}$
$B = \frac{6 \times 10^2}{30} = \frac{600}{30} = 20 \,T$.
463
MediumMCQ
Given the fact that:
$A)$ Magnetic field exerts force only on a moving charge.
$B)$ Electric field exerts force on both stationary and moving charge.
$C)$ Magnetic field exerts force on a charge moving parallel to the direction of the field.
Which of the following is true?
A
$A$ and $B$
B
$A$ and $C$
C
$B$ and $C$
D
$A, B$ and $C$

Solution

(A) Statement $(A)$ is correct: The magnetic force on a charge $q$ moving with velocity $\vec{v}$ in a magnetic field $\vec{B}$ is given by $\vec{F} = q(\vec{v} \times \vec{B})$. If $\vec{v} = 0$,then $\vec{F} = 0$. Thus,it only exerts force on a moving charge.
Statement $(B)$ is correct: The electric force on a charge $q$ in an electric field $\vec{E}$ is given by $\vec{F} = q\vec{E}$,which acts regardless of whether the charge is stationary or moving.
Statement $(C)$ is incorrect: If the charge moves parallel to the magnetic field,the angle $\theta$ between $\vec{v}$ and $\vec{B}$ is $0^\circ$ or $180^\circ$. Since $\vec{v} \times \vec{B} = vB \sin(\theta)$,the force becomes zero.
Therefore,only statements $(A)$ and $(B)$ are true.
464
MediumMCQ
$A$ charged particle moves through a magnetic field perpendicular to its direction. Then
A
kinetic energy changes but the momentum is constant
B
the momentum changes but the kinetic energy is constant
C
both momentum and kinetic energy of the particle are not constant
D
both momentum and kinetic energy of the particle are constant

Solution

(B) When a charged particle moves in a magnetic field perpendicular to its velocity,the magnetic force $F = q(v \times B)$ acts perpendicular to the velocity vector at every instant.
Since the force is always perpendicular to the velocity,the work done by the magnetic force is $W = F \cdot ds = 0$.
According to the work-energy theorem,the change in kinetic energy is equal to the work done,so the kinetic energy remains constant.
However,because the direction of the velocity vector changes continuously as the particle moves in a circular path,the momentum $p = mv$ changes because momentum is a vector quantity.
Therefore,the momentum changes while the kinetic energy remains constant.
465
DifficultMCQ
Two infinitely long straight wires $A$ and $B$,each carrying current $I$,are placed on the $x$ and $y$-axes,respectively. The current in wires $A$ and $B$ flows along $-\hat{i}$ and $\hat{j}$ directions,respectively. The force on a charged particle having charge $q$,moving from position $r = d(\hat{i} + \hat{j})$ with velocity $v = v\hat{i}$ is:
A
$\frac{\mu_0 I v}{2 \pi d} \hat{j}$
B
$\frac{\mu_0 I q v}{\pi d} \hat{j}$
C
$\frac{\mu_0 I q v}{\sqrt{2} \pi d} \hat{k}$
D
$0$

Solution

(B) The magnetic field due to wire $A$ (along $-\hat{i}$ axis) at point $P(d, d)$ is given by the right-hand rule. The distance of point $P$ from the $x$-axis is $d$. The magnetic field is $B_A = \frac{\mu_0 I}{2 \pi d} (-\hat{k})$.
The magnetic field due to wire $B$ (along $\hat{j}$ axis) at point $P(d, d)$ is given by the right-hand rule. The distance of point $P$ from the $y$-axis is $d$. The magnetic field is $B_B = \frac{\mu_0 I}{2 \pi d} (-\hat{k})$.
The resultant magnetic field at point $P$ is $B = B_A + B_B = \frac{\mu_0 I}{2 \pi d} (-\hat{k}) + \frac{\mu_0 I}{2 \pi d} (-\hat{k}) = \frac{\mu_0 I}{\pi d} (-\hat{k})$.
The force on the charged particle is given by $F = q(v \times B)$.
Given $v = v\hat{i}$ and $B = -\frac{\mu_0 I}{\pi d} \hat{k}$.
$F = q(v\hat{i} \times (-\frac{\mu_0 I}{\pi d} \hat{k})) = -\frac{\mu_0 I q v}{\pi d} (\hat{i} \times \hat{k}) = -\frac{\mu_0 I q v}{\pi d} (-\hat{j}) = \frac{\mu_0 I q v}{\pi d} \hat{j}$.
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466
MediumMCQ
$A$ proton accelerated by a potential difference of $500 \ kV$ flies through a uniform transverse magnetic field of $0.1 \ T$. The field is spread over a region of $1.0 \ cm$ thickness. The angle through which the proton gets deviated from its original direction is (Proton mass $= 1.6 \times 10^{-27} \ kg$ and charge of proton $= 1.6 \times 10^{-19} \ C$) (in $rad$)
A
$0.01$
B
$0.1$
C
$0.05$
D
$0.08$

Solution

(A) The kinetic energy of the proton is $K = qV = 1.6 \times 10^{-19} \times 500 \times 10^3 = 8 \times 10^{-14} \ J$.
The momentum $p$ of the proton is given by $p = \sqrt{2mK} = \sqrt{2 \times 1.6 \times 10^{-27} \times 8 \times 10^{-14}} = \sqrt{25.6 \times 10^{-41}} = \sqrt{256 \times 10^{-42}} = 1.6 \times 10^{-20} \ kg \cdot m/s$.
The radius of the circular path in the magnetic field is $R = \frac{p}{qB} = \frac{1.6 \times 10^{-20}}{1.6 \times 10^{-19} \times 0.1} = \frac{1.6 \times 10^{-20}}{1.6 \times 10^{-20}} = 1 \ m$.
For a small thickness $d = 1.0 \ cm = 0.01 \ m$,the angle of deviation $\theta$ is given by $\sin \theta = \frac{d}{R}$.
Since $\theta$ is small,$\sin \theta \approx \theta = \frac{d}{R} = \frac{0.01}{1} = 0.01 \ rad$.
467
MediumMCQ
$A$ proton and an alpha particle moving with equal speeds enter normally into a uniform magnetic field. The ratio of times taken by the proton and the alpha particle to make one complete revolution in the magnetic field is
A
$1: \sqrt{2}$
B
$1: 2$
C
$\sqrt{2}: 1$
D
$2: 1$

Solution

(B) The time period $T$ of a charged particle moving in a uniform magnetic field $B$ is given by the formula $T = \frac{2\pi m}{qB}$,where $m$ is the mass and $q$ is the charge of the particle.
For a proton,$m_p = m$ and $q_p = e$. Thus,$T_p = \frac{2\pi m}{eB}$.
For an alpha particle,$m_{\alpha} = 4m$ and $q_{\alpha} = 2e$. Thus,$T_{\alpha} = \frac{2\pi (4m)}{(2e)B} = \frac{4\pi m}{eB}$.
The ratio of the time taken by the proton to the time taken by the alpha particle is $\frac{T_p}{T_{\alpha}} = \frac{2\pi m / eB}{4\pi m / eB} = \frac{2}{4} = \frac{1}{2}$.
Therefore,the ratio is $1: 2$.
468
EasyMCQ
An alpha particle moving with a certain speed towards the east enters a uniform magnetic field directed vertically up. The alpha particle will then move in:
A
a vertical circular path with the same speed
B
a horizontal circular path with the same speed
C
a vertical circular path with increased speed
D
a vertical circular path with decreased speed

Solution

(B) The force on a charged particle moving in a magnetic field is given by the Lorentz force formula: $\vec{F} = q(\vec{v} \times \vec{B})$.
Here,the velocity $\vec{v}$ is towards the east (let this be the $+x$ direction) and the magnetic field $\vec{B}$ is directed vertically up (let this be the $+z$ direction).
The direction of the force is given by the cross product of $\vec{v}$ and $\vec{B}$. Using the right-hand rule,$\hat{i} \times \hat{k} = -\hat{j}$.
Thus,the force acts towards the south ($-y$ direction).
Since the force is always perpendicular to the velocity,the particle moves in a circular path. Because the force is horizontal (in the $xy$-plane),the particle will move in a horizontal circular path.
Furthermore,since the magnetic force does no work on the charged particle,its speed remains constant.
469
MediumMCQ
$A$ proton moving with a velocity of $8 \times 10^5 \ m/s$ enters a uniform magnetic field normal to the direction of the magnetic field. If the radius of the circular path of the proton in the magnetic field is $8.3 \ cm$,then the magnitude of the magnetic field is (Charge of proton $= 1.6 \times 10^{-19} \ C$ and mass of the proton $= 1.66 \times 10^{-27} \ kg$) (in $mT$)
A
$500$
B
$100$
C
$200$
D
$400$

Solution

(B) The radius $r$ of a charged particle moving in a uniform magnetic field $B$ is given by the formula: $r = \frac{mv}{qB}$.
Rearranging for $B$,we get: $B = \frac{mv}{qr}$.
Given values:
$m = 1.66 \times 10^{-27} \ kg$
$v = 8 \times 10^5 \ m/s$
$q = 1.6 \times 10^{-19} \ C$
$r = 8.3 \ cm = 8.3 \times 10^{-2} \ m$
Substituting these values into the formula:
$B = \frac{(1.66 \times 10^{-27}) \times (8 \times 10^5)}{(1.6 \times 10^{-19}) \times (8.3 \times 10^{-2})}$
$B = \frac{13.28 \times 10^{-22}}{13.28 \times 10^{-21}}$
$B = 0.1 \ T = 100 \ mT$.
Therefore,the magnitude of the magnetic field is $100 \ mT$.
470
MediumMCQ
Two charged particles $A$ and $B$ of masses $m$ and $2m$,charges $2q$ and $3q$ respectively,moving with the same velocity,enter a uniform magnetic field such that both particles make the same angle $( < 90^{\circ} )$ with the direction of the magnetic field. Then the ratio of the pitches of the helical paths of the particles $A$ and $B$ is
A
$4:3$
B
$3:2$
C
$3:4$
D
$2:3$

Solution

(C) The pitch $p$ of a helical path in a uniform magnetic field is given by the formula: $p = \frac{2 \pi m v \cos \theta}{q B}$.
Since the velocity $v$,the magnetic field $B$,and the angle $\theta$ are the same for both particles,the pitch is proportional to the ratio of mass to charge: $p \propto \frac{m}{q}$.
Therefore,the ratio of the pitches for particles $A$ and $B$ is given by: $\frac{p_A}{p_B} = \frac{m_A / q_A}{m_B / q_B}$.
Given $m_A = m$,$q_A = 2q$,$m_B = 2m$,and $q_B = 3q$.
Substituting these values: $\frac{p_A}{p_B} = \frac{m / 2q}{2m / 3q} = \frac{m}{2q} \times \frac{3q}{2m} = \frac{3}{4}$.
Thus,the ratio is $3:4$.
471
EasyMCQ
An electron falling freely under the influence of gravity enters a uniform magnetic field directed towards the south. The electron is initially deflected towards:
A
east
B
west
C
north
D
south

Solution

(A) For an electron falling freely under gravity,its velocity vector is directed downwards,which can be represented as $\overrightarrow{v} = -v_0 \hat{k}$.
The uniform magnetic field is directed towards the south,which can be represented as $\overrightarrow{B} = -B_0 \hat{j}$.
The Lorentz force $\overrightarrow{F}$ on a charged particle is given by $\overrightarrow{F} = q(\overrightarrow{v} \times \overrightarrow{B})$.
For an electron,the charge $q = -e$.
Substituting the values:
$\overrightarrow{F} = -e [(-v_0 \hat{k}) \times (-B_0 \hat{j})]$
$\overrightarrow{F} = -e [v_0 B_0 (\hat{k} \times \hat{j})]$
Since $\hat{k} \times \hat{j} = -\hat{i}$,we have:
$\overrightarrow{F} = -e [v_0 B_0 (-\hat{i})]$
$\overrightarrow{F} = e v_0 B_0 \hat{i}$
The direction $\hat{i}$ corresponds to the east direction.
Therefore,the electron is initially deflected towards the east.
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472
MediumMCQ
$A$ charge '$q$' moves with a velocity $2 \ m/s$ along the $x$-axis in a uniform magnetic field $\vec{B} = (2 \hat{i} + 2 \hat{j} + 3 \hat{k}) \ T$. The charge will experience a force:
A
In the $y-z$ plane
B
Along the $-y$ axis
C
Along the $+z$ axis
D
Along the $-z$ axis

Solution

(A) The velocity of the charge is $\vec{v} = 2 \hat{i} \ m/s$.
The magnetic field is $\vec{B} = (2 \hat{i} + 2 \hat{j} + 3 \hat{k}) \ T$.
The magnetic force $\vec{F}$ on a moving charge is given by $\vec{F} = q(\vec{v} \times \vec{B})$.
Substituting the values:
$\vec{F} = q(2 \hat{i}) \times (2 \hat{i} + 2 \hat{j} + 3 \hat{k})$
$\vec{F} = q [ (2 \hat{i} \times 2 \hat{i}) + (2 \hat{i} \times 2 \hat{j}) + (2 \hat{i} \times 3 \hat{k}) ]$
Since $\hat{i} \times \hat{i} = 0$,$\hat{i} \times \hat{j} = \hat{k}$,and $\hat{i} \times \hat{k} = -\hat{j}$:
$\vec{F} = q [ 0 + 4 \hat{k} - 6 \hat{j} ]$
$\vec{F} = q(4 \hat{k} - 6 \hat{j})$.
This force vector lies in the $y-z$ plane.
473
EasyMCQ
Force acting on an electron moving with velocity $v$ in a magnetic field $B$ is ($e$ is the charge of electron).
A
$e(v \times B)$
B
$e(v \cdot B)$
C
$e \frac{v}{B}$
D
$e \frac{B}{v}$

Solution

(A) According to the Lorentz force law,the magnetic force $F$ acting on a charged particle with charge $q$ moving with velocity $v$ in a magnetic field $B$ is given by the vector product:
$F = q(v \times B)$
Given that the particle is an electron,its charge is $q = -e$ (where $e$ is the magnitude of the elementary charge).
Substituting $q = -e$ into the formula,we get:
$F = -e(v \times B)$
However,in the context of standard multiple-choice questions where the magnitude or the form of the Lorentz force is requested,the expression $e(v \times B)$ represents the vector form of the force acting on a charge $e$ moving in a magnetic field.
Thus,the correct option is $A$.
474
EasyMCQ
$A$ charged particle moves with some initial velocity along the direction of an external magnetic field $B$. Now,if we apply a uniform electric field $E$ perpendicular to the magnetic field,then the trajectory of the charged particle will be
A
circle
B
helix
C
cycloid
D
straight line

Solution

(B) Initially,the charged particle moves along the magnetic field $B$,so the magnetic force is zero.
When a uniform electric field $E$ is applied perpendicular to $B$,the particle experiences an electric force $F = qE$ in the direction of $E$.
This force accelerates the particle,giving it a velocity component perpendicular to $B$.
As the particle now has velocity components both parallel and perpendicular to the magnetic field $B$,it follows a helical path.
Specifically,in the presence of crossed electric and magnetic fields,the particle undergoes cycloidal motion if the initial velocity is zero,but with an initial velocity along $B$,the trajectory is a helix.
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475
EasyMCQ
An electrically charged particle enters a uniform magnetic field in a direction perpendicular to the field with a velocity $v$. Then,it travels:
A
in a straight line without acceleration
B
with force in the direction of the field
C
in a circular path with a radius directly proportional to $v^2$
D
in a circular path with a radius directly proportional to its velocity

Solution

(D) When a charged particle with charge $q$ and mass $m$ enters a uniform magnetic field $B$ with velocity $v$ perpendicular to the field,it experiences a magnetic Lorentz force $F = q(v \times B)$.
Since the force is always perpendicular to the velocity,it acts as a centripetal force,causing the particle to move in a circular path.
The radius $r$ of this circular path is given by the formula:
$r = \frac{mv}{qB}$
From this expression,it is clear that the radius $r$ is directly proportional to the velocity $v$ $(r \propto v)$.
Therefore,the particle travels in a circular path with a radius directly proportional to its velocity.
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476
DifficultMCQ
In Thomson's experiment to determine $\frac{e}{m}$ of an electron,it is found that an electron beam having a kinetic energy of $45.5 \ eV$ remains undeflected,when subjected to crossed electric and magnetic fields. If $E = 1 \times 10^3 \ Vm^{-1}$,the value of $B$ is (mass of the electron is $9.1 \times 10^{-31} \ kg$).
A
$2.5 \times 10^{-3} \ Wb \ m^{-2}$
B
$5.0 \times 10^{-4} \ Wb \ m^{-2}$
C
$2.5 \times 10^{-4} \ Wb \ m^{-2}$
D
$1.0 \times 10^{-4} \ Wb \ m^{-2}$

Solution

(C) The kinetic energy of the electron is given by $K = \frac{1}{2}mv^2$.
Given $K = 45.5 \ eV = 45.5 \times 1.6 \times 10^{-19} \ J$ and $m = 9.1 \times 10^{-31} \ kg$.
$v^2 = \frac{2K}{m} = \frac{2 \times 45.5 \times 1.6 \times 10^{-19}}{9.1 \times 10^{-31}} = \frac{145.6 \times 10^{-19}}{9.1 \times 10^{-31}} = 16 \times 10^{12} \ m^2s^{-2}$.
Thus,$v = 4 \times 10^6 \ ms^{-1}$.
For an electron to remain undeflected in crossed electric and magnetic fields,the electric force must balance the magnetic force: $eE = evB$,which implies $v = \frac{E}{B}$.
Given $E = 1 \times 10^3 \ Vm^{-1}$,we have $B = \frac{E}{v} = \frac{1 \times 10^3}{4 \times 10^6} = 0.25 \times 10^{-3} = 2.5 \times 10^{-4} \ Wb \ m^{-2}$.
477
DifficultMCQ
An electron beam travels with a velocity of $1.6 \times 10^7 \ m/s$ perpendicularly to a magnetic field of intensity $0.1 \ T$. Calculate the radius of the path of the electron beam. (Given: mass of electron $m_e = 9 \times 10^{-31} \ kg$)
A
$9 \times 10^{-5} \ m$
B
$9 \times 10^{-2} \ m$
C
$9 \times 10^{-4} \ m$
D
$9 \times 10^{-3} \ m$

Solution

(C) When a charged particle moves perpendicularly to a uniform magnetic field,it follows a circular path.
The radius $r$ of the circular path is given by the formula:
$r = \frac{mv}{qB}$
Given values:
Mass of electron $m = 9 \times 10^{-31} \ kg$
Velocity $v = 1.6 \times 10^7 \ m/s$
Charge of electron $e = 1.6 \times 10^{-19} \ C$
Magnetic field $B = 0.1 \ T$
Substituting these values into the formula:
$r = \frac{9 \times 10^{-31} \times 1.6 \times 10^7}{1.6 \times 10^{-19} \times 0.1}$
$r = \frac{9 \times 1.6 \times 10^{-24}}{1.6 \times 10^{-20}}$
$r = 9 \times 10^{-4} \ m$
478
DifficultMCQ
Velocity and acceleration vectors of a charged particle moving perpendicular to the direction of a magnetic field at a given instant of time are $\overrightarrow{v}=2 \hat{i}+c \hat{j}$ and $\overrightarrow{a}=3 \hat{i}+4 \hat{j}$ respectively. Then the value of $c$ is
A
$3$
B
$1.5$
C
$-1.5$
D
$-3$

Solution

(C) When a charged particle moves perpendicular to a uniform magnetic field,it follows a circular path. On a circular path,the velocity vector is always tangent to the path,and the acceleration vector (centripetal acceleration) is directed towards the center of the circle. Therefore,the velocity and acceleration vectors are always perpendicular to each other at any instant.
Given,$\overrightarrow{v}=2 \hat{i}+c \hat{j}$ and $\overrightarrow{a}=3 \hat{i}+4 \hat{j}$.
Since $\overrightarrow{v} \perp \overrightarrow{a}$,their dot product must be zero:
$\overrightarrow{v} \cdot \overrightarrow{a} = 0$
$(2 \hat{i} + c \hat{j}) \cdot (3 \hat{i} + 4 \hat{j}) = 0$
$(2)(3) + (c)(4) = 0$
$6 + 4c = 0$
$4c = -6$
$c = -1.5$
479
DifficultMCQ
$A$ proton, a deuteron (nucleus of ${ }_1 H^2$) and an $\alpha$-particle with the same kinetic energy enter a region of uniform magnetic field moving at right angles to the field. The ratio of the radii of their circular paths is:
A
$1: 2: 4$
B
$1: \sqrt{2}: 1$
C
$2: \sqrt{2}: 1$
D
$1: 1: 2$

Solution

(B) The radius of a circular path of a charged particle in a magnetic field is given by $r = \frac{mv}{qB} = \frac{\sqrt{2mK}}{qB}$.
Since kinetic energy $K$ and magnetic field $B$ are the same for all particles, we have $r \propto \frac{\sqrt{m}}{q}$.
For a proton $(p)$: mass $m_p = m$, charge $q_p = q$. So, $r_p \propto \frac{\sqrt{m}}{q}$.
For a deuteron $(d)$: mass $m_d = 2m$, charge $q_d = q$. So, $r_d \propto \frac{\sqrt{2m}}{q}$.
For an $\alpha$-particle $(\alpha)$: mass $m_\alpha = 4m$, charge $q_\alpha = 2q$. So, $r_\alpha \propto \frac{\sqrt{4m}}{2q} = \frac{2\sqrt{m}}{2q} = \frac{\sqrt{m}}{q}$.
Therefore, the ratio $r_p : r_d : r_\alpha = \frac{\sqrt{m}}{q} : \frac{\sqrt{2m}}{q} : \frac{\sqrt{m}}{q} = 1 : \sqrt{2} : 1$.
480
MediumMCQ
When a positively charged particle enters a uniform magnetic field with uniform velocity,its trajectory can be:
$(1)$ a straight line
$(2)$ a circle
$(3)$ a helix
A
$(1)$ only
B
$(1)$ or $(2)$
C
$(1)$ or $(3)$
D
any one of $(1)$,$(2)$ and $(3)$

Solution

(D) The force on a charged particle moving in a magnetic field is given by the Lorentz force formula: $\vec{F} = q(\vec{v} \times \vec{B})$.
Case $(1)$: If the velocity $\vec{v}$ is parallel or anti-parallel to the magnetic field $\vec{B}$,then $\vec{v} \times \vec{B} = 0$. The force is zero,and the particle continues in a straight line.
Case $(2)$: If the velocity $\vec{v}$ is perpendicular to the magnetic field $\vec{B}$,the magnetic force acts as a centripetal force,causing the particle to move in a circle.
Case $(3)$: If the velocity $\vec{v}$ makes an angle $\theta$ (where $\theta \neq 0^\circ, 90^\circ, 180^\circ$) with the magnetic field $\vec{B}$,the velocity can be resolved into two components: one parallel to $\vec{B}$ (causing linear motion) and one perpendicular to $\vec{B}$ (causing circular motion). The resultant trajectory is a helix.
Therefore,all three trajectories are possible depending on the angle between the velocity and the magnetic field.
481
MediumMCQ
Two ions having masses in the ratio $1: 1$ and charges $1: 2$ are projected into a uniform magnetic field perpendicular to the field with speeds in the ratio $2: 3$. The ratio of the radii of circular paths along which the two particles move is :
A
$4: 3$
B
$2: 3$
C
$3: 1$
D
$1: 4$

Solution

(A) Given ratios: $m_1: m_2 = 1: 1$,$q_1: q_2 = 1: 2$,and $v_1: v_2 = 2: 3$.
The radius $r$ of the circular path of a charged particle moving in a uniform magnetic field $B$ is given by the formula $r = \frac{mv}{Bq}$.
Taking the ratio of the radii for the two particles,we get:
$\frac{r_1}{r_2} = \left(\frac{m_1}{m_2}\right) \times \left(\frac{v_1}{v_2}\right) \times \left(\frac{q_2}{q_1}\right)$.
Substituting the given values:
$\frac{r_1}{r_2} = \left(\frac{1}{1}\right) \times \left(\frac{2}{3}\right) \times \left(\frac{2}{1}\right) = \frac{4}{3}$.
Therefore,the ratio of the radii is $4: 3$.
482
DifficultMCQ
$A$ proton of velocity $\vec{v} = (3 \hat{i} + 2 \hat{j}) \text{ ms}^{-1}$ enters a magnetic field of induction $\vec{B} = (2 \hat{j} + 3 \hat{k}) \text{ T}$. The acceleration produced in the proton in $\text{ms}^{-2}$ is (Specific charge of proton $= 0.96 \times 10^8 \text{ C kg}^{-1}$)
A
$28 \times 10^8(2 \hat{i} - 3 \hat{j})$
B
$288 \times 10^8(2 \hat{i} - 3 \hat{j} + 2 \hat{k})$
C
$28 \times 10^8(2 \hat{i} + 3 \hat{k})$
D
$288 \times 10^8(\hat{i} - 3 \hat{j} + 2 \hat{k})$

Solution

(B) Given: Velocity $\vec{v} = (3 \hat{i} + 2 \hat{j}) \text{ ms}^{-1}$,Magnetic field $\vec{B} = (2 \hat{j} + 3 \hat{k}) \text{ T}$.
Specific charge $\frac{q}{m} = 0.96 \times 10^8 \text{ C kg}^{-1}$.
The magnetic force on a moving charge is $\vec{F} = q(\vec{v} \times \vec{B})$.
According to Newton's second law,$\vec{F} = m\vec{a}$,so $\vec{a} = \frac{q}{m}(\vec{v} \times \vec{B})$.
First,calculate the cross product $\vec{v} \times \vec{B}$:
$\vec{v} \times \vec{B} = \begin{vmatrix} \hat{i} & \hat{j} & \hat{k} \\ 3 & 2 & 0 \\ 0 & 2 & 3 \end{vmatrix} = \hat{i}(2 \times 3 - 0 \times 2) - \hat{j}(3 \times 3 - 0 \times 0) + \hat{k}(3 \times 2 - 2 \times 0) = 6 \hat{i} - 9 \hat{j} + 6 \hat{k}$.
Now,calculate acceleration $\vec{a} = \frac{q}{m}(6 \hat{i} - 9 \hat{j} + 6 \hat{k})$:
$\vec{a} = 0.96 \times 10^8 \times (6 \hat{i} - 9 \hat{j} + 6 \hat{k})$
$\vec{a} = 0.96 \times 10^8 \times 3 \times (2 \hat{i} - 3 \hat{j} + 2 \hat{k})$
$\vec{a} = 2.88 \times 10^8 \times (2 \hat{i} - 3 \hat{j} + 2 \hat{k}) = 288 \times 10^6 \times (2 \hat{i} - 3 \hat{j} + 2 \hat{k}) = 288 \times 10^8 \times (2 \hat{i} - 3 \hat{j} + 2 \hat{k}) \text{ ms}^{-2}$ (Note: The numerical coefficient matches option $B$).
483
DifficultMCQ
An electron moves with speed $2 \times 10^5 \ m/s$ along the positive $x$-direction in the presence of a magnetic field of induction $B = \hat{i} + 4\hat{j} - 3\hat{k} \ T$. The magnitude of the force experienced by the electron in newtons is (Charge on the electron $= 1.6 \times 10^{-19} \ C$)
A
$1.18 \times 10^{-13}$
B
$1.28 \times 10^{-13}$
C
$1.6 \times 10^{-13}$
D
$1.72 \times 10^{-13}$

Solution

(C) The velocity of the electron is $\vec{v} = 2 \times 10^5 \hat{i} \ m/s$.
The magnetic field is $\vec{B} = (\hat{i} + 4\hat{j} - 3\hat{k}) \ T$.
The magnetic force on a moving charge is given by $\vec{F} = q(\vec{v} \times \vec{B})$.
For an electron,$q = -1.6 \times 10^{-19} \ C$.
Calculating the cross product $\vec{v} \times \vec{B}$:
$\vec{v} \times \vec{B} = \begin{vmatrix} \hat{i} & \hat{j} & \hat{k} \\ 2 \times 10^5 & 0 & 0 \\ 1 & 4 & -3 \end{vmatrix} = \hat{i}(0) - \hat{j}(-6 \times 10^5) + \hat{k}(8 \times 10^5) = (6 \times 10^5 \hat{j} + 8 \times 10^5 \hat{k}) \ m/s \cdot T$.
The magnitude of the cross product is $|\vec{v} \times \vec{B}| = \sqrt{(6 \times 10^5)^2 + (8 \times 10^5)^2} = \sqrt{36 \times 10^{10} + 64 \times 10^{10}} = \sqrt{100 \times 10^{10}} = 10 \times 10^5 = 10^6 \ m/s \cdot T$.
The magnitude of the force is $F = |q| |\vec{v} \times \vec{B}| = (1.6 \times 10^{-19} \ C) \times (10^6 \ m/s \cdot T) = 1.6 \times 10^{-13} \ N$.
484
DifficultMCQ
$A$ particle of mass $0.6 \,g$ and having charge of $25 \,nC$ is moving horizontally with a uniform velocity $1.2 \times 10^4 \,ms^{-1}$ in a uniform magnetic field. If the particle moves in a straight line, the value of the magnetic induction is $(g=10 \,ms^{-2})$.
A
zero
B
$10 \,T$
C
$20 \,T$
D
$200 \,T$

Solution

(C) Given: Mass $m = 0.6 \,g = 0.6 \times 10^{-3} \,kg$, Charge $q = 25 \,nC = 25 \times 10^{-9} \,C$, Velocity $v = 1.2 \times 10^4 \,ms^{-1}$, Acceleration due to gravity $g = 10 \,ms^{-2}$.
Since the particle moves with a uniform velocity, the net force acting on it must be zero.
This implies that the magnetic force $F_m$ must balance the gravitational force $F_g$ acting on the particle.
$F_m = F_g$
$Bqv = mg$
$B = \frac{mg}{qv}$
Substituting the values:
$B = \frac{0.6 \times 10^{-3} \times 10}{25 \times 10^{-9} \times 1.2 \times 10^4}$
$B = \frac{6 \times 10^{-3}}{30 \times 10^{-5}}$
$B = \frac{6 \times 10^2}{30} = \frac{600}{30} = 20 \,T$
Therefore, the magnetic induction is $20 \,T$.
485
EasyMCQ
$A$ charged particle moving with a velocity $\vec{v} = v_1 \hat{i} + v_2 \hat{j}$ in a magnetic field $\vec{B}$ experiences a force $\vec{F} = F_1 \hat{i} + F_2 \hat{j}$. Here $v_1, v_2, F_1, F_2$ are all constants. Then $\vec{B}$ can be
A
$\vec{B} = B_1 \hat{i} + B_2 \hat{j}$ with $\frac{v_1}{v_2} = \frac{B_1}{B_2}$
B
$\vec{B} = B_1 \hat{i} + B_2 \hat{j} + B_3 \hat{k}$ with $\frac{v_1}{v_2} = \frac{B_1}{B_2}$
C
$\vec{B} = B_3 \hat{j}$ with $B_1 = B_2 = 0$
D
$\vec{B} = B_1 \hat{j} + B_2 \hat{k}$ with $\frac{B_1}{B_2} = \frac{v_1}{v_2}$

Solution

(B) The magnetic force is given by $\vec{F} = q(\vec{v} \times \vec{B})$.
Since $\vec{F}$ is perpendicular to $\vec{v}$,their dot product must be zero: $\vec{F} \cdot \vec{v} = 0$.
$(F_1 \hat{i} + F_2 \hat{j}) \cdot (v_1 \hat{i} + v_2 \hat{j}) = F_1 v_1 + F_2 v_2 = 0 \Rightarrow \frac{F_1}{F_2} = -\frac{v_2}{v_1} \quad (I)$.
Also,$\vec{F}$ is perpendicular to $\vec{B}$,so $\vec{F} \cdot \vec{B} = 0$.
Let $\vec{B} = B_1 \hat{i} + B_2 \hat{j} + B_3 \hat{k}$. Then $(F_1 \hat{i} + F_2 \hat{j}) \cdot (B_1 \hat{i} + B_2 \hat{j} + B_3 \hat{k}) = F_1 B_1 + F_2 B_2 = 0 \Rightarrow \frac{F_1}{F_2} = -\frac{B_2}{B_1} \quad (II)$.
Comparing $(I)$ and $(II)$,we get $\frac{v_2}{v_1} = \frac{B_2}{B_1}$,which implies $\frac{v_1}{v_2} = \frac{B_1}{B_2}$.
Thus,$\vec{B} = B_1 \hat{i} + B_2 \hat{j} + B_3 \hat{k}$ satisfies the condition $\frac{v_1}{v_2} = \frac{B_1}{B_2}$.
486
MediumMCQ
$A$ charged particle in a uniform magnetic field $B = B_0 \hat{k}$ starts moving from the origin with velocity $v = 3 \hat{i} + 4 \hat{k} \text{ m/s}$. The trajectory of the particle and the time $t$ at which it reaches $2 \text{ m}$ above the $x-y$ plane are,
A
Circular path,$\frac{1}{2} \text{ s}$.
B
Helical path,$\frac{1}{2} \text{ s}$.
C
Circular path,$\frac{2}{3} \text{ s}$.
D
Helical path,$\frac{2}{3} \text{ s}$.

Solution

(B) The magnetic field is directed along the $z$-axis $(B = B_0 \hat{k})$.
The velocity of the particle is $v = 3 \hat{i} + 4 \hat{k} \text{ m/s}$.
The velocity component perpendicular to the magnetic field is $v_{\perp} = 3 \hat{i} \text{ m/s}$,which causes circular motion in the $x-y$ plane.
The velocity component parallel to the magnetic field is $v_{\parallel} = 4 \hat{k} \text{ m/s}$,which remains constant as there is no force acting in this direction.
Since the particle has both perpendicular and parallel velocity components,the trajectory is a helical path.
The distance to be covered along the $z$-axis is $s = 2 \text{ m}$.
Using the formula $s = v_{\parallel} \times t$,we get $t = \frac{s}{v_{\parallel}} = \frac{2}{4} = \frac{1}{2} \text{ s}$.
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487
DifficultMCQ
$A$ uniform magnetic field $B$ exists in a region. An electron of charge $q$ and mass $m$ moving with velocity $v$ enters the region in a direction perpendicular to the magnetic field. Considering Bohr angular momentum quantization,which of the following statement$(s)$ is/are true?
A
The radius of $n^{\text{th}}$ orbit $r_n \propto \sqrt{n}$
B
The velocity of the electron in the $n^{\text{th}}$ orbit is $v_n = \sqrt{\frac{n q B \hbar}{m^2}}$
C
Energy of the $n^{\text{th}}$ level $E_n \propto n$
D
Transition frequency $\omega$ between two successive levels is independent of $n$

Solution

(A, B, C, D) For a charged particle in a magnetic field,the radius of the circular path is given by $r = \frac{mv}{qB}$.
Applying Bohr's quantization condition for angular momentum: $mvr = \frac{nh}{2\pi} = n\hbar$.
Substituting $v = \frac{qBr}{m}$ into the quantization condition: $m \left( \frac{qBr}{m} \right) r = n\hbar \implies qBr^2 = n\hbar \implies r_n = \sqrt{\frac{n\hbar}{qB}}$. Thus,$r_n \propto \sqrt{n}$. (Statement $A$ is true).
Now,$v_n = \frac{qBr_n}{m} = \frac{qB}{m} \sqrt{\frac{n\hbar}{qB}} = \sqrt{\frac{n q B \hbar}{m^2}}$. (Statement $B$ is true).
The energy of the $n^{\text{th}}$ level is $E_n = \frac{1}{2}mv_n^2 = \frac{1}{2}m \left( \frac{n q B \hbar}{m^2} \right) = n \left( \frac{q B \hbar}{2m} \right)$. Thus,$E_n \propto n$. (Statement $C$ is true).
The transition frequency $\omega$ is given by $\Delta E = \hbar \omega$. For successive levels,$\Delta E = E_{n+1} - E_n = \frac{q B \hbar}{2m}$. Therefore,$\omega = \frac{\Delta E}{\hbar} = \frac{qB}{2m}$,which is independent of $n$. (Statement $D$ is true).
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