A proton and an electron enter a uniform magnetic field with same velocity perpendicular to field. Which has larger radius? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

A proton and an electron enter a uniform magnetic field with same velocity perpendicular to field. Which has larger radius?
A. Proton
B. Depends on charge
C. Same
D. Electron
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
r = mv/(qB). Proton mass >> electron mass, so radius larger.

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