Question
2 Select the correct answer. What is the magnetic force on a stationary proton in a magnetic field of 0.50 tesla?For a proton, q=1.6times 10^-19 6 x 10-19 coulombs. A. 0 newtons B. 1.6times 10^-19 newtons C. 1.9times 10^-18 newtons D. 3.2times 10^-18 newtons
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Ffion
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Answer
A. O newtons
Explanation
The magnetic force on a stationary proton in a magnetic field is zero because the magnetic force depends on the velocity of the charge. Since the proton is stationary, its velocity is zero, and thus the force is zero.