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A magnetic field curves the path of a charged particle for example the electron.So the application of a magnetic field should curve the path of the free electrons between successive collisions[More conspicuously for a large magnetic field].The"free path" of an electron then is no more a straight line.In such a situation the application of results that assume the mean free path of an electron to be straight line needs to be modified. Moreover the curving of particles caused by the magnetic field may also change the average number of collisions per second affecting the thermal state of the body.
Even a weak magnetic field like that of the Earth may bring about these effects in a small way.
Do we consider these factors seriously for metallic bodies (and other materials) at ordinary temperatures?
Even a weak magnetic field like that of the Earth may bring about these effects in a small way.
Do we consider these factors seriously for metallic bodies (and other materials) at ordinary temperatures?