Consider the following statements regarding a charged particle in a magnetic field. Which of the statements are true?

  • A
    Starting with zero velocity,it accelerates in a direction perpendicular to the magnetic field.
  • B
    Direction of deflecting force on the moving charged particle is perpendicular to its velocity.
  • C
    Only the component of magnetic field perpendicular to the direction of motion of the charged particle is effective in deflecting it.
  • D
    Both $(B)$ and $(C)$

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