A Charged Particle Is Moving in a Uniform, Constant Magnetic

question 48

Multiple Choice

A charged particle is moving in a uniform, constant magnetic field. Which one of the following statements concerning the magnetic force exerted on the particle is false?

• A)The magnetic force does no work on the particle.
• B)The magnetic force increases the speed of the particle.
• C)The magnetic force changes the velocity of the particle.
• D)The magnetic force can act only on a particle in motion.
• E)The magnetic force does not change the kinetic energy of the particle.

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Definitions:

Nerve Cells

The basic building blocks of the nervous system, responsible for transmitting information throughout the body through electrical and chemical signals.

Brain

The organ located in the skull responsible for central nervous system functions, including processing, interpreting, and storing information; as well as controlling many body activities.

Autonomic System

Part of the nervous system that controls involuntary bodily functions such as heart rate, digestion, and respiration.

Spinal Cord

The main pathway for information connecting the brain and peripheral nervous system.