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Chapter 22 Problem 78GP

Question

Suppose the initial speed of the proton in Figure 22–45 is increased. (a) Does the radius of each half-circular path segment increase, decrease, or stay the same? (b) Choose the best explanation from among the following:

I. The radius of a circular orbit in a magnetic field is proportional to the speed of the proton; therefore, the radius of the half-circular path will increase.

II. A greater speed means the proton will experience more force from the magnetic field, resulting in a decrease of the radius.

III. The increase in speed offsets the increase in magnetic force, resulting in no change of the radius.

Solution

Step 1 of 3

a)

Here, we have to explain whether the radius of the proton will increase, decrease or remain the same, if we increase the speed of the proton.

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

C E Predict/Explain Suppose the initial speed of the

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