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An ionized gas contains both positive and negative ions. If it is subjected simultaneously to an electric field along the +x direction and a magnetic field along the +z direction, then

a
Positive ions deflect towards +y direction and negative ions towards –y direction
b
All ions deflect towards +y direction
c
All ions deflect towards –y direction
d
Positive ions deflect towards –y direction and negative ions towards +y direction

detailed solution

Correct option is C

As the electric field is switched on, positive ion will start to move along positive x-direction and negative ion along negative x-direction. Current associated with motion of both types of ions is along positive x-direction. According to Fleming's left-hand rule,  force on both types of ions will be along negative y-direction

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