An Electron Moving in a Magnetic Field in Space Is

question 38

Multiple Choice

An electron moving in a magnetic field in space is forced to move in a spiral pattern. As it does so, it emits

• A) characteristic X-rays as the electron is slowed down by this motion.
• B) visible light, mostly blue in color because the electron is forced to move in a circular path.
• C) synchrotron radiation, mostly radio waves, since the electrons are accelerating.
• D) nothing since such electrons are moving with a constant speed and are not therefore accelerating.

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