The direction of the force on an electric charge in a magnetic field is
A)in the direction of the magnetic field.
B)in the direction of motion of the charge.
C)perpendicular to the magnetic field.
D)perpendicular to the direction of motion of the charge.
E)none of the above.

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The force on a moving electric charge in a magnetic field is given by the Lorentz force, which is perpendicular to both the magnetic field and the velocity of the charge.

The Direction of the Force on an Electric Charge in a Magnetic