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Figure shows electric field lines in which an electric dipole `vecP` is placed as shown. Which of the following statements is correct?

A

The dipole will not experience any force.

B

The dipole will experience a force towards right.

C

The dipole will experience a force towards left.

D

The dipole will experience a force upwards.

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The correct Answer is:
C
The spacing between electric lines of force increases from left to right. Therefore, E on left is greater than E on right. Force on +q charge of dipole is smaller and to the right. Force on -q charge of dipole is bigger and to the left. Hence the dipole will experience of force towerds the left.
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