Physics-(general)

NEET Physics (general) MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-numerical-Medium-Class 12

Consider two identical magnetised needles P and Q, placed at a point O as described in Example 5.5. If the magnetic moment of needle Q is reversed, what happens to the potential energy of the system?

A

The potential energy increases.

B

The potential energy decreases.

C

The potential energy remains the same.

D

The potential energy becomes zero.

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

Reversing the magnetic moment of Q will increase the potential energy as the alignment will be opposite, leading to an unstable configuration.

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