Chapter 5. MagnetostaticsThe magnetic field

• The magnetic force is used to define the magnetic field B. The magnetic force acting on a moving charge is equal to:

• Properties of the magnetic field:

• • Can change the direction of motion of a charged particle
  • Can not do work on a charged particle (does not change the kinetic energy of a charged particle)

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