Magnetic Force

Definition

Magnetic force is the force experienced by a charged particle when it moves through a magnetic field. It acts perpendicular to both the velocity of the particle and the direction of the magnetic field.

Related terms

Lorentz Force Law: A mathematical equation that describes how an electric charge experiences both electric and magnetic forces in an electromagnetic field.

Right-hand Rule for Cross Products: A rule used to determine the direction of the resulting force when two vectors (velocity and magnetic field) are crossed.

Centripetal Motion: Circular motion caused by an inward-directed net force acting perpendicular to an object's velocity.