Particle Motion in Uniform Electric and Magnetic Fields

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In summary, a particle with charge q and mass m is projected from point (a,0,0) on a rough horizontal plane (X-Y) with initial velocity v = V j. The particle experiences uniform electric and magnetic fields, as well as gravity and friction with coefficient u. It moves on a spiral path before reaching the origin O. The time taken for the particle to reach the origin is unknown and needs to be solved for.
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A particle of charge q and mass m is projected on a rough horizontal plane (X-Y) from a point (a,0,0) with initial velocity v = V j . In space there exists uniform electric and magnetic field E k and -B k respectively. Acceleration due to gravity is g and friction coefficient between particle and plane is u . The particle moves on a spiral path and finally reaches origin O. The time taken to reach the origin = ?

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1. What is the difference between magnetic field and magnetic flux?

Magnetic field refers to the area around a magnet where its influence can be felt. On the other hand, magnetic flux is the measure of the total number of magnetic field lines passing through a given area. In other words, magnetic field is the cause and magnetic flux is the effect.

2. How is the direction of magnetic field determined?

The direction of magnetic field is determined by the direction in which the north pole of a compass needle points. It is also defined as the direction in which a free north pole would move in the presence of a magnetic field.

3. What is the relationship between electric and magnetic fields?

Electric and magnetic fields are interconnected and can produce each other. When an electric current flows through a wire, it creates a magnetic field around the wire. Similarly, a changing magnetic field can induce an electric current in a nearby wire.

4. What is the difference between ferromagnetism and paramagnetism?

Ferromagnetism refers to the strong attraction of a material to a magnetic field, while paramagnetism refers to the weak attraction of a material to a magnetic field. Ferromagnetic materials, such as iron and nickel, can be permanently magnetized, while paramagnetic materials, such as aluminum and platinum, only exhibit magnetism when in the presence of a magnetic field.

5. How are magnetic materials classified?

Magnetic materials are classified into three categories: ferromagnetic, paramagnetic, and diamagnetic. Ferromagnetic materials have strong attraction to a magnetic field, paramagnetic materials have weak attraction to a magnetic field, and diamagnetic materials have no attraction to a magnetic field.

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