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Question solved!
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Can Electron Movement Be Controlled by Magnetic Fields?
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Homework Help Overview
The discussion revolves around the control of electron movement through magnetic fields, specifically in the context of current flow in wires and the forces acting on charged particles in magnetic fields.
Discussion Character
- Conceptual clarification, Mathematical reasoning
Approaches and Questions Raised
- Participants explore the relationship between conventional current and electron movement, questioning how to apply the magnetic force formula to electrons based on the magnetic field generated by current in wires.
Discussion Status
Some participants have confirmed the applicability of the magnetic force formula to the scenario described, while others express gratitude for the insights shared. There appears to be an ongoing exploration of the concepts involved.
Contextual Notes
There is a mention of treating the situation similarly to two parallel wires with current, indicating a specific setup or assumption in the problem context.
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bel
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The current refers to the conventional current, opposite to the direction of motion of electrons in the wire, i.e., all electrons in the description moves in the same direction. Treat this as you do two parallel wires with current in them, then.
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R3N3GAD3
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bel said:
If I find out B of the wire, can I sub the q/v/sin theta of the electron into Fm = qvbsin theta to get the Fm then?
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Matthaeus_
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Yes, you can. ;)
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R3N3GAD3
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Matthaeus_ said:
Beautiful. Thanks guys!
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