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27. A uniform magnetic field of 6.5 G (1 G = 10-4 T) is
maintained in a chamber. An electron is shot into the
field with a speed of 4.8 x 10° ms
field. Determine the radius of the circular orbit and
the frequency of revolution of the electron in its orbit.
Does the frequency depend upon the speed of the
electron?
Ans. 4.2 cm, 18 MHz, no.​

Answer 1

Answer:

. A uniform magnetic field of 6.5 G (1 G = 10-4 T) is

maintained in a chamber. An electron is shot into the

field with a speed of 4.8 x 10° ms

field. Determine the radius of the circular orbit and

the frequency of revolution of the electron in its orbit.

Does the frequency depend upon the speed of the

electron?

Ans. 4.2 cm, 18 MHz, no.