How is the Equation F=qvB for Force on a Current Carrying Conductor Derived?

[Baron]

Hi Guys,

How was the equation (F=qvB) for the force on a current carrying conductor in a magnetic field derived. I'm trying to understand the conceptual thought that went into obtaining this?

Thank you in advance

 

[berkeman]

Hi Guys,

How was the equation (F=qvB) for the force on a current carrying conductor in a magnetic field derived. I'm trying to understand the conceptual thought that went into obtaining this?

Thank you in advance

Start with the Biot-Savart Law: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Biot–Savart_law