Finding velocity with magnetism?

In summary, velocity can be calculated using the formula v = Bq/m, where v is the velocity, B is the magnetic field strength, q is the charge of the particle, and m is the mass of the particle. The velocity of a particle is directly proportional to the magnetic field strength, meaning that an increase in the magnetic field strength will result in an increase in the velocity of the particle. However, velocity cannot be determined using only a magnet as a magnetic field is required to determine the velocity of a charged particle. The direction of the magnetic field can affect the calculated velocity by either increasing or decreasing it, as it determines the direction of the force acting on the charged particle. The units for velocity when using magnetism are meters per
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An electron moves at right angles to a magnetic field of .14T What is its speed if the force exerted on it is 8.7 X 10^-15 N?

I am at a complete lossfor this question.
 
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Look up magnetic force (or Lorentz force law).
 
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so if F=qvB
then V=Bq/F

but when i plus in the charge for the electron is it negative or postive 1.6 x 10^-19 bc can a velocity be a negative answer?
 

FAQ: Finding velocity with magnetism?

How is velocity calculated using magnetism?

Velocity can be calculated using the formula v = Bq/m, where v is the velocity, B is the magnetic field strength, q is the charge of the particle, and m is the mass of the particle.

What is the relationship between velocity and magnetic field strength?

The velocity of a particle is directly proportional to the magnetic field strength. This means that an increase in the magnetic field strength will result in an increase in the velocity of the particle.

Can velocity be determined using only a magnet?

No, velocity cannot be determined using only a magnet. A magnetic field is required to determine the velocity of a charged particle, and this magnetic field can be created using a magnet.

How does the direction of the magnetic field affect the calculated velocity?

The direction of the magnetic field can affect the calculated velocity by either increasing or decreasing it. This is because the direction of the magnetic field determines the direction of the force acting on the charged particle, which in turn affects its velocity.

What are the units for velocity when using magnetism?

The units for velocity when using magnetism are meters per second (m/s). This is the standard unit for measuring velocity and represents the distance traveled per unit of time.

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