Q75 / 90 · JEE Main 2024 (30 Jan Shift 2) · Physics

A particle of charge -q and mass m moves in a circle of radius r around an infinitely long line charge of linear density +λ. Then time period will be given as:
(Consider k as Coulomb's constant)

  • A
    T2=4π2 m2kλqr3
  • Correct answer
    B
    T=2πrm2kλq
  • C
    T=12πrm2kλq
  • D
    T=12π2kλqm

Solution

Attractive electrostatic force due to line charge on the charged particle will provide the required centripetal force. Therefore,

q2kλr=mω2r

⇒ω2=2kλqmr2

⇒2πT2=2kλqmr2

⇒T=2πrm2kλq

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'B'.

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