ExamBro
ExamBro
KCET · Physics · Magnetic Effects of Current

An electron is moving in a circle of radius \( r \) in a magnetic field B. Suddenly the field is reduced to \( \frac{B}{2} \). The radius of the circular path is

  1. A \( \frac{r}{2} \)
  2. B \( 2 r \)
  3. C \( \frac{r}{4} \)
  4. D \( 4 r \)
Verified Solution

Answer & Solution

Correct Answer

(B) \( 2 r \)

Step-by-step Solution

Detailed explanation

The radius of the circular path followed by an electron in uniform magnetic field is given by
\(r=\frac{m v}{q B}\)
\(\Rightarrow r \propto \frac{1}{B}\)