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(II) A proton and an electron have the same kinetic energy
Chapter 15, Problem 68GP(choose chapter or problem)
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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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?
ANSWER:Step 1 of 2
The magnetic force is a cause for the centripetal acceleration.
Kinetic energy of the proton is equal to the kinetic energy of the electron.