Question

Magnetic force on a moving charge depends upon:

Options

A
Magnetic field and charge only
B
Magnetic field and speed of the charge only
C
Charge and speed of the charge only
D
Magnetic field, charge, and speed of the charge

Explanation

The magnitude of the magnetic force between them depends on how much charge is in how much velocity in each of the two objects and magnetic field.

While these factors are important, the speed of the charge is also crucial in determining the magnetic force. A stationary charge will not be affected by a magnetic field.

The charge of the particle is also essential. A neutral particle, regardless of its speed, will not experience a magnetic force.

Without a magnetic field, even a moving charge will not experience any force. All three factors are necessary.

The magnetic force on a moving charge is calculated using F = qvBsin⁡θ, which includes the charge (q), velocity (v), magnetic field (B), and the angle (θ) between the velocity and magnetic field directions. All of these factors contribute to the magnitude of the force.