Question

According to classical physics: An accelerating electron loses energy by emitting radiation.

• A. True
• B. False

Answer 1

The correct option is A

True

We know that a when an electron moves constantly in a wire it produces a magnetic field. But in this case, the magnetic field is constant. But, when an electron accelerates, the magnetic field changes thereby producing an electric field.

This fluctuating electric field, in turn, produces a magnetic field, thus losing energy in the form of electromagnetic radiation.