Calculating Charge Ratio in a Uniform Magnetic Field

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The discussion focuses on calculating the charge ratio (q1/q2) of two charged particles moving in a uniform magnetic field, where particle 1 travels eight times faster than particle 2. Both particles experience equal magnetic forces, leading to the equation BQ1V1sin(θ) = BQ2V2sin(θ). By canceling out the magnetic field (B) and the sine of the angle (sin(θ)), the relationship between their velocities (V1 and V2) is established, allowing for the determination of the charge ratio.

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Homework Statement


Two charged particles move in the same direction with respect to the same magnetic field. Particle 1 travels eight times faster than particle 2. However, each particle experiences a magnetic force of the same magnitude. Find the ratio q1/q2 of the magnitudes of the charges.


Homework Equations


B=F/qVsin(theta)


The Attempt at a Solution


BqVsin(theta)=BqVsin(theta)
and then B and sin(theta) cancel but i don't know where to go from here??
 
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F=BQVsin\theta

For the first charge,Q1.

F=BQ_1V_1 sin\theta

For the 2nd charge,Q2

F=BQ_2V_2 sin\theta


what is the relation between V1 and V2?
 


okay cool thanks i got it.
 

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