University Physics with Modern Physics (14th Edition)

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Chapter 27 - Magnetic Field and Magnetic Forces - Problems - Discussion Questions - Page 911: Q27.1

Answer

Yes, it is possible. If the particle’s velocity $\vec{v}$ is in the same direction as the magnetic field $\vec{B}$, or in the opposite direction, then the force on it is zero.

Work Step by Step

The force $\vec{F}=q\vec{v}\times \vec{B}$, and the cross product is zero for vectors that are parallel or anti-parallel.
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