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Eddie10
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Homework Statement
Once a circular path has been obtain for the electrons, how will increasing current to the coils affect that path? Use equation 1 and the fact that e/m is a constant for the electron.
Homework Equations
e/m = 2V/B^2r^2
The Attempt at a Solution
I'm unclear as to how to find a solution because I think that the circular path of electrons will grow brighter, or grow dimmer when more current, or less current is applied, once the electrons are in a circular path.
However, how can I use the given equation to prove this?
Note, I have not conducted any type of measurements or observations of any kind, as this is a pre-lab questionnaire that I am fulfilling to get credit.
UPDATE: I firmly believe that increasing the current to the coils will make the circle larger, once the circular path has been established prior to increasing said current.
However, how can I use the given equation to show this?
As an aside, increasing the magnetic field will make the circle smaller.
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