Electrostatics Question 423
Question: An electron enters in an electric field with its velocity in the direction of the electric lines of force. Then [MP PMT 2000]
Options:
A) The path of the electron will be a circle
B) The path of the electron will be a parabola
C) The velocity of the electron will decrease
D) The velocity of the electron will increase
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Answer:
Correct Answer: C
Solution:
Because electric field applies the force on electron in the direction opposite to it’s motion.