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STANDARD Physics Magnetic Dipole in a Field MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium

A circular current loop of magnetic moment M is in an arbitrary orientation in an external magnetic field B. The work done to rotate the loop by 30° about an axis perpendicular to its plane is

A

MB

B

√3MB/2

C

MB/2

D

zero

Correct Answer

Option D

Detailed Explanation

The work done in rotating a magnetic dipole in a uniform magnetic field is given by W = MB(cosθ₁ - cosθ₂). For a 30° rotation, θ₁ = θ₂, so W = 0.

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