When a charged particle enters a magnetic field in a direction perpend...
The magnetic force acts perpendicular to the velocity of the particle. This causes circular motion. In the magnetic field the speed and kinetic energy of the particle remain constant, but the direction is altered at each instant by the perpendicular magnetic force.
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When a charged particle enters a magnetic field in a direction perpend...
Velocity wouldn't change as magnetic field is perpendicular to it's motion. Mass also shouldn't change.
When a charged particle enters a magnetic field in a direction perpend...
When a charged particle enters a magnetic field in a direction perpendicular to the field, several properties of the particle are affected. However, the energy of the particle does not change in this scenario.
Velocity of the Particle:
When a charged particle enters a magnetic field perpendicular to its direction of motion, it experiences a force known as the Lorentz force. This force acts perpendicular to both the magnetic field and the velocity of the particle, causing the particle to move in a circular path. The velocity of the particle changes because it now has a component in the direction of the magnetic field and a component perpendicular to it. This change in velocity is caused by the force exerted by the magnetic field.
Mass of the Particle:
The mass of a particle is an intrinsic property and does not change when it enters a magnetic field. The mass of a charged particle is determined by its fundamental properties and is not influenced by the presence of a magnetic field.
Energy of the Particle:
The energy of a particle is determined by its velocity and mass. Since the velocity of the particle changes when it enters a magnetic field, the energy of the particle also changes. The circular motion induced by the magnetic field results in a change in the kinetic energy of the particle. Therefore, the energy of the particle is not conserved in this scenario.
Momentum of the Particle:
The momentum of a particle is defined as the product of its mass and velocity. When a charged particle enters a magnetic field, its velocity changes due to the Lorentz force. As a result, the momentum of the particle also changes. The direction and magnitude of the momentum are altered by the magnetic field.
In summary, when a charged particle enters a magnetic field in a direction perpendicular to the field, the velocity, momentum, and energy of the particle are affected. The mass of the particle, however, remains unchanged. Therefore, the correct answer is option 'C' - the energy of the particle does not change.