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An electric dipole when placed in uniform electric field has zero potential energy. The angle between dipole moment and electric field is ....

A

zero

B

`(pi)/(2)`

C

`pi`

D

`(3 pi)/(2)`

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To solve the problem, we need to analyze the relationship between the electric dipole moment, the electric field, and the potential energy associated with them. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding Electric Potential Energy of a Dipole**: The potential energy \( U \) of an electric dipole in a uniform electric field \( \mathbf{E} \) is given by the formula: \[ U = -\mathbf{P} \cdot \mathbf{E} = -PE \cos \theta ...
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