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Distinguish between a magnetic dipole and an electric dipole.

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Magnetic Dipole
1. It consists of two equal and unlike magnetic poles which do not have any separate existence.
2. Poles of a magnetic dipole do not move.
Electric Dipole
1. It consists of two equal and opposite charges which have a separate existence.
2. Charges of an electric dipole can move.
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