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A proton is traveling due north. If a uniform magnetic field is applied vertically down then the particle
a) deflected towards west
b) revolves in anti clock wise direction
c) acquires acceleration
d) comes to rest

A

a, b, c are correct

B

a, d are wrong

C

b, d are wrong

D

b, c, d are correct

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Updated on : 2022-09-05

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Correct option is A)

$F = q (V \times B)$
So, $V \times B$ direction will be in west by right hand thumb rule. So, it will revolves in anti-clockwise direction and it acquires radial acceleration.

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