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Which one of the following modifications may increase the senstivity of moving coil galvanometer?
`1^(st)` Way : By using spring of smaller torsion constant.
`2^(nd)` Way : By using a smaller coil
`3^(rd)` Way : By using a stronger magnet
`4^(th)` Way: By using a coil having fewer number of turns.

A

`1^(st)` and `4^(th)` ways only

B

`1^(st)` and `3^(rd)` ways only

C

`1^(st)` and `3^(rd)` ways

D

`2^(nd)` and `4^(th)` only

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To determine which modifications may increase the sensitivity of a moving coil galvanometer, we need to analyze the factors that affect its sensitivity. The sensitivity (S) of a moving coil galvanometer is given by the formula: \[ S = \frac{B \cdot N \cdot A}{K} \] Where: - \( S \) = Sensitivity - \( B \) = Magnetic field strength - \( N \) = Number of turns of the coil - \( A \) = Area of the coil - \( K \) = Torsion constant of the spring Now, let's evaluate each option provided: 1. **Using a spring of smaller torsion constant (K)**: - Sensitivity is inversely proportional to the torsion constant \( K \). Therefore, if we decrease \( K \) (use a spring with a smaller torsion constant), the sensitivity \( S \) will increase. - **Conclusion**: This modification **increases sensitivity**. 2. **Using a smaller coil**: - The area \( A \) of the coil will decrease if we use a smaller coil. Since sensitivity is directly proportional to the area, a smaller area will lead to a decrease in sensitivity. - **Conclusion**: This modification **decreases sensitivity**. 3. **Using a stronger magnet**: - The sensitivity is directly proportional to the magnetic field strength \( B \). By using a stronger magnet, we increase \( B \), which in turn increases the sensitivity. - **Conclusion**: This modification **increases sensitivity**. 4. **Using a coil having fewer number of turns (N)**: - Sensitivity is directly proportional to the number of turns \( N \). If we reduce the number of turns, the sensitivity will decrease. - **Conclusion**: This modification **decreases sensitivity**. ### Summary of Findings: - **Option 1**: Using a spring of smaller torsion constant - **Increases sensitivity**. - **Option 2**: Using a smaller coil - **Decreases sensitivity**. - **Option 3**: Using a stronger magnet - **Increases sensitivity**. - **Option 4**: Using a coil having fewer number of turns - **Decreases sensitivity**. ### Final Answer: The modifications that may increase the sensitivity of the moving coil galvanometer are: - **1st Way**: By using a spring of smaller torsion constant. - **3rd Way**: By using a stronger magnet. Thus, the correct options are **1 and 3 only**. ---

To determine which modifications may increase the sensitivity of a moving coil galvanometer, we need to analyze the factors that affect its sensitivity. The sensitivity (S) of a moving coil galvanometer is given by the formula: \[ S = \frac{B \cdot N \cdot A}{K} \] Where: - \( S \) = Sensitivity - \( B \) = Magnetic field strength - \( N \) = Number of turns of the coil ...
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