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Chapter 22, Problem 9(choose chapter or problem)
Problem 9PE
(a) A cosmic ray proton moving toward the Earth at 5.00×107 m/s experiences a magnetic force of 1.70×10−16 N . What is the strength of the magnetic field if there is a 45º angle between it and the proton’s velocity? (b) Is the value obtained in part (a) consistent with the known strength of the Earth’s magnetic field on its surface? Discuss.
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QUESTION:
Problem 9PE
(a) A cosmic ray proton moving toward the Earth at 5.00×107 m/s experiences a magnetic force of 1.70×10−16 N . What is the strength of the magnetic field if there is a 45º angle between it and the proton’s velocity? (b) Is the value obtained in part (a) consistent with the known strength of the Earth’s magnetic field on its surface? Discuss.
ANSWER:
Solution 9PE
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