Electron Motion in Magnetic Fields

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When free-floating electrons enter a magnetic field at a right angle, they indeed begin to move in a circular path due to the Lorentz force. However, this motion does not result in a complete circular orbit because the electrons will eventually experience other forces or interactions that alter their trajectory. The initial circular motion is a result of the magnetic field's influence, but it cannot sustain a full circle indefinitely. The discussion highlights the complexities of electron behavior in magnetic fields, emphasizing the need to consider additional factors affecting their motion. Understanding these dynamics is crucial for applications in physics and engineering.
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When free floating electron(s) enter a magnetic field @ a right angle, do they take a circular orbit around such field?
 
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A fully circular orbit would have some part outside the magnetic field. The initial path is circular, but at some point something else has to happen because it cannot make a full circle.
 
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