Q169 / 180 · COMEDK 2014 · Physics

An electric dipole placed in a non-uniform electric field experiences

A
only torque
B
only force
Correct answer
C
Both (a) and (b)
D
Neither (a) nor (b)

Solution

When an electric dipole is placed in a non-uniform electric field, then it experiences both force and torque. Since, forces on the charges are not linear in non-uniform electric field, so the dipole will also experience a non-zero torque along with a net force.

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'C'.

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