Cyclotron Frequency (f = qB/(2πm))
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f = qB/(2πm)
What each symbol means
| Symbol | What it stands for |
|---|---|
| B | Magnetic field strength (T) |
| f | Cyclotron frequency (Hz) |
| m | Mass of particle (kg) |
| q | Charge of particle (C) |
When to use this
Frequency INDEPENDENT of speed/radius. T=2πm/(qB). ω=qB/m. Radius r=mv/(qB). KE_max=q²B²R²/(2m) where R=dee radius. Fails at relativistic speeds.