PHYSICS

JAMB 2005 - Question 24

Physics 2005 JAMB Past Questions - Question 24: Two charger particles are projected into a region where there is a magnetic field perpendicular to their velocities. If the charges are deflected in opposite directions, which of the following statements is true of the charges?

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Two charger particles are projected into a region where there is a magnetic field perpendicular to their velocities. If the charges are deflected in opposite directions, which of the following statements is true of the charges?
A:
B:
C:
D:
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Correct Answer

D

Explanation

The charge must be opposite in sign, since the positive charges will deflect to the negative plate, and the negative charge to the positive plate