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F_B = qvB sin θ

Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
Verified for the 2027 exam
Verified for the 2027 examWritten by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025

Definition

The equation for the magnitude of the magnetic force on a moving charged object, where F_B is the magnetic force, q is the charge, v is the velocity, B is the magnetic field strength, and θ is the angle between the velocity and magnetic field vectors.

AP course connection

Topic 12.2: 12.2 Magnetism and Moving Charges

Unit 12

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