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In a non-uniform electric field, a dipole experiences a torque and a net force. True or False?

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  • In a non-uniform electric field, electric dipole experiences

    A
    torque only
    B
    torque as well as force
    C
    force only
    D
    none of these

  • When a charge of 3C is placed in a uniform electric field, it experiences a force of 3000N. The potential difference between two points separated by a distance of 1cm within this field is

    A
    10V
    B
    90V
    C
    1000V
    D
    3000V

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    A
    10 V
    B
    90 V
    C
    1000 V
    D
    3000 V

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