| Date | November 2009 | Marks available | 1 | Reference code | 09N.1.SL.TZ0.21 |
| Level | Standard level | Paper | Paper 1 | Time zone | Time zone 0 |
| Command term | Question number | 21 | Adapted from | N/A |
Question
A positively charged particle enters the space between two charged conducting plates, with a constant velocity directed parallel to the plates, as shown.
The top plate is positively charged and the bottom plate is negatively charged. There is a magnetic field in the shaded region PQRS. The particle continues to move in a horizontal straight line between the plates. Which of the following correctly describes the magnetic field direction?
A. Into plane of paper
B. Out of plane of paper
C. Up
D. Down
Markscheme
A
Examiners report
[N/A]
