Force on Moving Charges & Right Hand Rule
28. Magnetic Fields and Forces / Force on Moving Charges & Right Hand Rule / Problem 1
A helium nucleus, composed of two protons and two neutrons, is in motion within a magnetic field B = 1.25 k T. Its velocity is measured at 2.0 × 107 m/s, as shown in the figure below. For every situation outlined, calculate the magnetic force, denoted as F, exerted on this helium nucleus. Please present your solution in terms of its components.
![Diagram showing a helium nucleus in a magnetic field with velocity vectors for two scenarios.](https://lightcat-files.s3.amazonaws.com/problem_images/d678e6681eaa0e33-1690325122200.jpg)
Learn this concept