Charged particles in parallel magnetic fields

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When a charged particle moves through a magnetic field, it is deflected according to the right-hand rule, expressed as VxB. If the magnetic field lines are parallel to the particle's velocity, the force acting on the particle becomes zero, resulting in no deflection. This is confirmed by the equation qVxB, which equals zero in this scenario. Therefore, a charged particle will not be deflected when its velocity aligns with the magnetic field lines. Understanding this principle is crucial for analyzing charged particle behavior in magnetic fields.
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If a charged particle passes through a magnetic field it will be deflected according to the right hand rule, i.e. VxB.

What if the magnetic field lines are parallel to the velocity of the particle? Will the particle still be deflected?
 
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Hi Northprairieman! :smile:
Northprairieman said:
What if the magnetic field lines are parallel to the velocity of the particle? Will the particle still be deflected?

Nope. qVxB = 0: the force is zero. :wink:
 
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