$A$ particle of mass $m$ and charge $q$ travelling with a velocity $v$ along the $x$-axis enters a uniform electric field $\overrightarrow{E}$ directed along the $y$-axis. What will be the trajectory of the particle?

  • A
    Circular
  • B
    Elliptical
  • C
    Parabolic
  • D
    Helical

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