A Proton and Electron, Each Travelling with the Same Velocity

question 6

Multiple Choice

A proton and electron, each travelling with the same velocity, enter a region of uniform magnetic field. They experience

• A) forces in the same direction and having ratio F_p/F_e = m_e/m_p.
• B) forces equal in magnitude, but opposite in direction.
• C) forces opposite in direction and having ratio F_p/F_e = m_e/m_p.
• D) the same force.

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