How Does a Charged Bullet Respond to Earth's Magnetic Field?

In summary, the conversation is about a person seeking help with two physics questions. The first question involves a bullet with a charge and a velocity being deflected by Earth's magnetic field. The second question involves calculating the resistive power loss in a high-voltage powerline. The person also asks about the relevant equations for these problems and what forces act on the particles.
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I have a packet of physics questions and there were to that I just couldn't solve, could anyone help me out with them please?

1. A 3.80-g bullet moves with a speed of 180m/s perpendicular to the Earth's magnetic flied of 5.00 X 10-5T. If the bullet possesses a net charge of 8.10X 10-9 C, by what distance will it be delfected from it's path due to it's magnetic field after it has traveled 1.00km

2. A high-voltage powerline operates at 500 000 V-rms and carries an rms current of 500 A. IF the resistance of the cable is 0.05Ω/km, what is the resistive power loss in 200km of the powerline?
 
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What forces act on the particles?
What are the relevant equations for these problems?
 

Related to How Does a Charged Bullet Respond to Earth's Magnetic Field?

1. What is a magnetic field?

A magnetic field is a region of space around a magnet or electric current where magnetic forces can be observed. It is created by the movement of electrically charged particles.

2. How do magnetic fields work?

Magnetic fields work by exerting forces on other magnetic objects or electric currents. The direction and strength of the magnetic field can be determined by the orientation and strength of the magnet or current creating it.

3. What are the units of measurement for magnetic fields?

The most commonly used units for measuring magnetic fields are Tesla (T) and Gauss (G). Tesla is the SI unit and is equal to 10,000 Gauss.

4. How can magnetic fields be detected and measured?

Magnetic fields can be detected and measured using a device called a magnetometer. This device can measure the strength and direction of the magnetic field at a specific location.

5. What are the practical applications of magnetic fields?

Magnetic fields have many practical applications, including in the fields of medicine (MRI machines), transportation (maglev trains), and energy production (generators). They are also used in everyday devices such as speakers, motors, and credit cards.

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