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AIPMT MAINS 2010 Physics Magnetic forces MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 12

Two identical bar magnets are fixed with their centres at a distance d apart. A stationary charge Q is placed at P in between the gap of the two magnets at a distance D from the centre O as shown in the figure. The force on the charge Q is

Question diagram
A

Zero

B

Directed along OP

C

Directed along PO

D

Directed perpendicular to the plane of paper

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

A stationary charge does not experience a force in a magnetic field. Hence, the force is zero.

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