How Does Voltage Influence Electron Motion in a Magnetic Field?

In summary, an electron accelerated through 2550 V from rest will experience a maximum magnetic force of qvB, where q = 1.6*10^-19, B = 1.7, and V = 2550. The minimum magnetic force is 0 when the particle is moving in the direction of or opposite the direction of the magnetic field.
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An electron is accelerated through 2550 V from rest and then enters a region where there is a uniform 1.70 T magnetic field. What are the maximum and minimum magnitudes of the magnetic force acting on this electron?
F = qvB
F = (mv^2)/R
F = qE

I know q = 1.6*10^-19, B = 1.7, and V = 2550. In order to use F = qvB, all I need is the velocity. I guess I'm just not seeing how the 2550 V is relating into this whole scheme of things. Also, I'm not sure why there is is going to be a F.max and a F.min, and not just one F?

Appreciate any help.

Thanks much,
Kyle
 
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Ok, I figured out F.max by just saying:

.5mv^2 = qV

F.max = qvBHowever, I'm not sure what F.min is and the difference between F, F.max, and F.min?
 
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Bump. Any idea on the F.minimum?

Thanks,
kyle
 
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Minimum

The minimum is 0, when the particle is moving in the direction of or opposite the direction of the magnetic field
 

FAQ: How Does Voltage Influence Electron Motion in a Magnetic Field?

What is the magnetic force of an electron?

The magnetic force of an electron refers to the force exerted by a moving electron due to its magnetic field.

How is the magnetic force of an electron calculated?

The magnetic force of an electron can be calculated using the formula F = qvB, where q is the charge of the electron, v is its velocity, and B is the magnetic field it is moving through.

What factors affect the magnetic force of an electron?

The magnetic force of an electron is affected by the strength of the magnetic field, the velocity of the electron, and the direction of the magnetic field in relation to the electron's motion.

What is the direction of the magnetic force on an electron?

The direction of the magnetic force on an electron is perpendicular to both the direction of the electron's velocity and the direction of the magnetic field it is moving through.

Why is the magnetic force of an electron important in physics?

The magnetic force of an electron plays a crucial role in understanding the behavior of charged particles in magnetic fields, and is used in various fields such as electricity, magnetism, and particle physics.

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