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Chapter 22 Problem 72GP

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Problem 72GP

High above the surface of the Earth, charged particles (such as electrons and protons) can become trapped in the Earth’s magnetic field in regions known as Van Alien belts. A typical electron in a Van Allen belt has an energy of 45 keV and travels in a roughly circular orbit with an average radius of 220 m. What is the magnitude of the Earth’s magnetic field where such an electron orbits?

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Here, we have to calculate the magnetic field of earth where such electrons orbit.

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Title Physics with MasteringPhysics 4 
Author James S. Walker
ISBN 9780321541635

High above the surface of the Earth, charged particles

Chapter 22 textbook questions

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