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A particle of mass $m$ and charge $q$ is projected with velocity $v$ into a region of uniform magnetic field $B$ directed perpendicular to the velocity. If the particle undergoes a collision and its velocity becomes $v/2$, what is the new radius $R'$ of its circular path?

  1. A.$\frac{mv}{qB}$
  2. B.$\frac{mv}{2qB}$
  3. C.$\frac{mv}{4qB}$
  4. D.$\frac{2mv}{qB}$
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Correct answer: B$\frac{mv}{2qB}$

Solution

The radius is . With , the new radius is .

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