A current i flows in a circular coil of radius r. If the coil is placed in a uniform magnetic field B with its plane parallel to the field, magnitude of the torque that acts on the coil is
A
Zero
B
C
D
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Verified by ExpertsThe correct answer is:
C
As shown in the following figure, the given situation is similar to a bar magnet placed in a uniform magnetic field perpendicularly. Hence torque on it
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