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Which of the following does not affect the motion of a moving electron?

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Electric field applied in the direction of motion

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Magnetic field applied in the direction of motion

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Electric field applied perpendicular to the direction of motion

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Magnetic field applied perpendicular to the direction of motion

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Solution

The correct option is B
Magnetic field applied in the direction of motion

Electric field accelarates a stationary as well a moving charge. However, a magnetic field accelarates only a moving charge.

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