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MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Flashcards: 4c Magnetism Charged Particle Motion

Study 4c Magnetism Charged Particle Motion in MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems with focused flashcards that help you recognize the idea, recall the key rule, and apply it in practice-style prompts.

QUESTION

Identify the relationship between F⃗\vec{F} and v⃗\vec{v} for magnetic forces on a moving charge.

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ANSWER

F⃗⊥v⃗\vec{F}\perp\vec{v} (magnetic force does no work). The magnetic force is always perpendicular to velocity due to the cross product, ensuring zero work done as F⃗⋅v⃗=0\vec{F}\cdot\vec{v}=0.

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An electron enters a uniform magnetic field region and follows a circular path. If the electron's charge were hypothetically changed to +e+e while keeping the same mass, speed, and entry direction relative to B⃗\vec B, which change is most consistent with the observed trajectory?
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