How charged particle got to do with magnetism

In summary, magnetism is a force that results from a magnetic field, which is caused by moving electrically charged particles or inherent in magnetic objects. This is why a current produces a magnetic field, because the moving charge creates an electric field that can also generate a magnetic field. The electron's electric field is responsible for this effect and when it changes, it creates a magnetic field.
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hello, I am not too sure of how charged particle got to do with magnetism.

"Magnetism is a force of attraction or replusion that acts at a distance. It is due to a magnetic field, which is caused by moving electrically charged particles or is inherent in magnetic objects such as a magnet." (form http://www.school-for-champions.com/science/magnetism.htm)
do charge particles means electron and it is their electron sub shell that causes the effect of magnetism? Is that also why current produces a magnetic field? would like some explanation!

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your question is kind of hard to answer , at least for me because it is so fundamental.
But a current carrying wire has an EM field because the charge is moving . your asking
why moving charges creates magnetism , The electron has an electric field and when this E field changes it creates a magnetic field , I don’t know it this will answer your question . So a changing E field can create a magnetic field.
 

1. How do charged particles create a magnetic field?

Charged particles, such as electrons, have a property called electric charge. When these particles move, their electric charges also move, creating a magnetic field around them. This magnetic field is what causes the interaction between charged particles and magnets.

2. What is the relationship between charged particles and magnetism?

The relationship between charged particles and magnetism is that charged particles in motion create a magnetic field, and a magnetic field can influence the motion of charged particles. This interaction is known as electromagnetism and is one of the fundamental forces of nature.

3. How does a magnetic field affect the motion of charged particles?

A magnetic field can exert a force on a charged particle that is moving through it. The direction and strength of this force depend on the velocity and charge of the particle, as well as the direction and strength of the magnetic field. This force can cause the charged particle to change its direction or speed.

4. Can charged particles be affected by multiple magnetic fields?

Yes, charged particles can be affected by multiple magnetic fields at the same time. The resulting force on the particle is the sum of the forces exerted by each individual magnetic field. This is known as superposition and is a key principle in understanding the behavior of charged particles in magnetic fields.

5. How are charged particles used in magnetic technologies?

Charged particles are used in a variety of magnetic technologies. For example, in electric motors, charged particles are used to create a rotating magnetic field that produces mechanical motion. In magnetic storage devices, such as hard drives, charged particles are used to store and retrieve data by manipulating the magnetic fields on the surface of the storage medium.

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