(II) A proton and an electron have the same kinetic energy

Chapter 15, Problem 68GP

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A proton and an electron have the same kinetic energy upon entering a region of constant magnetic field. What is the ratio of the radii of their circular paths?

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QUESTION:

A proton and an electron have the same kinetic energy upon entering a region of constant magnetic field. What is the ratio of the radii of their circular paths?

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The magnetic force is a cause for the centripetal acceleration.

Kinetic energy of the proton is equal to the kinetic energy of the electron.

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