Calculating Electron Speed in a Magnetic Field

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The task involves calculating the speed of an electron moving in a magnetic field with a density of 0.002 T, shaped like a screw with a radius of 2 cm and a height of 5 cm. The resulting speed is determined to be 7.6 Mm/s. The calculation is based on equating the magnetic force acting on the charged particle, as described by the Lorentz force law, to the centripetal force required for circular motion. Relevant resources include HyperPhysics for detailed formulas and explanations.

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  • Understanding of Lorentz force law
  • Knowledge of centripetal force concepts
  • Familiarity with magnetic field properties
  • Basic physics of charged particles in magnetic fields
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Hi everyone

I would like to ask, how can i resolve this task:

electron is moving inside the magnetic field with density 0.002 T on the shape of screw with radious 2 cm (centimeters) and height of screw 5 cm. What is electron's speed? The result is 7.6 Mm/s but I am trying to see how do i get this result?

Thank you for formulas and tips.
 
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