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Which orientation of an electric dipole in a uniform electric field would correspond to stable equilibrium ?

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To determine the orientation of an electric dipole in a uniform electric field that corresponds to stable equilibrium, we can follow these steps: ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding the Dipole and Electric Field**: An electric dipole consists of two equal and opposite charges separated by a distance. The dipole moment (P) is a vector quantity that points from the negative charge to the positive charge. 2. **Torque on the Dipole**: ...
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