When a potential difference is applied across the ends of a linear metallic conductor,
- AThe free electrons are accelerated continuously from the lower potential end to the higher potential end of the conductor.
- BThe free electrons are accelerated continuously from the higher potential end to the lower potential end of the conductor.
- CThe free electrons acquire a constant drift velocity from the lower potential end to the higher potential end of the conductor.
- DThe free electrons are set in motion from their position of rest.
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Choose the correct option with respect to the statements $A$ and $B$:
$(A)$: When no electric field is applied across a conductor,the path of free electrons between two successive collisions in it is straight.
$(B)$: When an electric field is applied across a conductor,the drift velocity of electrons is independent of time.
$(A)$: When no electric field is applied across a conductor,the path of free electrons between two successive collisions in it is straight.
$(B)$: When an electric field is applied across a conductor,the drift velocity of electrons is independent of time.
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View Solution$A$ charged particle is moving in an electric field of $3 \times 10^{-10} \text{ Vm}^{-1}$ with mobility $2.5 \times 10^6 \text{ m}^2 \text{V}^{-1} \text{s}^{-1}$. Its drift velocity is:
Drift speed $(v_d)$ varies with the intensity of the electric field $(E)$ as per the relation:
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