Conceptual Physics (12th Edition)

Published by Addison-Wesley
ISBN 10: 0321909100
ISBN 13: 978-0-32190-910-7

Chapter 34 - Reading Check Questions (Comprehension) - Page 653: 20

Answer

The massive ions are the least deflected, due to their large inertia.

Work Step by Step

Their paths have the largest radii of curvature. This is discussed on page 646.
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