A uniform electric field and a uniform magnetic field are acting along the same direction in a certain region. If an electron is projected in the region such that its velocity is pointed along the direction of fields, then the electron
- will turn towards right of direction of motion
- speed will decrease
- speed will increase
- will turn towards left of direction of motion
Answer
(2) speed will decrease
Solution
Magnetic force: Fm = -e( v B) = 0 ( v B), so the path does not turn.
Electric force: Fe = -e E, which is opposite to the velocity.
The electron is retarded and its speed decreases.
Answer: (2)