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Magnetism: Cyclotron Frequency MCQ

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Cyclotron FrequencyEasyQuestion 20164

Question

The cyclotron frequency of a charged particle in a uniform magnetic field:
  1. A
    Depends on speed
  2. B
    Depends on radius
  3. C
    Is independent of speed
    Correct
  4. D
    Increases with speed

Correct answer

Is independent of speed

Explanation

f = qB/(2πm). Since it depends only on q, B, and m — and not on v — the cyclotron frequency is speed-independent.

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