Magnet and Oscilloscope: Observational Experiment

Aim

Identify a pattern in the force that a magnet exerts on a beam of electrons in the oscilloscope.

Prior Knowledge

  1. Newton's Laws
  2. Model of Magnetic Field
  3. How an oscilloscope works, check here.

Description of the Experiment

The beam of electrons is coming at you. You see a green dot on the oscilloscope's screen - the tip of the beam. Observe what happens to the beam when the magent approaches it. Identify a pattern in the behavior of the beam. Explain using the concept of magnetic force exerted on a moving chanrge.

Addtional Information

The red side of the magnet is the North pole.

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Questions

What is the pattern? Think of an experiment that you can perform to test it.