Interactive Simulation

Charged Particle in a Magnetic Field 3D

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Description
This is a 3D simulation of a charged particle moving in a magnetic field. Adjust the strength of the magnetic field, the particle mass, particle charge, and its initial velocity in the x and z directions using the sliders. Hit the RUN button to observe the path of the particle in the magnetic field.