Question #120151

Determine the magnitude and direction of the magnetic force on a proton

moving to the north at 8.6 x 104 m/s, as it enters a magnetic field of 1.2 T,

pointing vertically up, out of the page.

(the arrow is towards north)

Expert's answer

According to the left hand rule, the Lorenz's force will be directed to the right, the magnitude will be


F=qvB==1.602⋅10−19⋅8.6⋅104⋅1.2=1.7⋅10−15 N.F=qvB=\\=1.602\cdot10^{-19}\cdot8.6\cdot10^4\cdot1.2=1.7\cdot10^{-15}\text{ N}.
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