(a) An alpha particle (m=6.64 x 10-27 kg) contains two protons and two neutrons has no electrons to balance the positive charge of the two protons, hence it has a charge of +2. (Given charge of a proton is 1.6 x 10-19C). Assume one such alpha particle travels in a circular path of radius 21 cm in a uniform magnetic field of magnitude 1.25T.

(a) An alpha particle (m=6.64 x 10-27 kg) contains two protons and two neutrons has no electrons to balance the positive charge of the two protons, hence it has a charge of +2. (Given charge of a proton is 1.6 x 10-19C). Assume one such alpha particle travels in a circular path of radius 21 cm in a uniform magnetic field of magnitude 1.25T.

Glencoe Physics: Principles and Problems, Student Edition

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ISBN:9780078807213

Author:Paul W. Zitzewitz

Publisher:Paul W. Zitzewitz

Chapter24: Magnetic Fields

Section24.2: Forces Caused By Magnetic Fields

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