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A positively-charged particle (alpha-particle) projected towards west is deflected towards north by a magnetic field.

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A positively-charged particle (alpha-particle) projected towards west is deflected towards north by a magnetic field. The direction of magnetic field is
(a) towards south
(b) towards east
(c) downward
(d) upward
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Correct option is d) upward

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