Physics Magnetism and Matter Magnetic Field Lines, Magnetic Field, Induction, Moment Single Correct MCQ
Published on: September 12, 2026

Magnetic lines of force due to a bar magnet do not intersect because

A
A point always has a single net magnetic field
B
The lines have similar charges and so repel each other
C
The lines always diverge from a single point
D
The lines need magnetic lenses to be made to intersect

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The correct answer is:
A
Step 1: Understand that magnetic lines of force represent the direction of the magnetic field at various points in space around a magnet. Each magnetic field line indicates the direction a north pole would move if placed in that field.

Step 2: Note that if magnetic lines of force were to intersect, it would imply that at the point of intersection, there would be two different directions of the magnetic field. However, since a magnetic field has a defined direction at any point in space, this is not possible.

Step 3: Therefore, at any given point in space, there can only be a single net magnetic field, which means that the lines cannot intersect.

Conclusion: Thus, the correct answer is Option A: A point always has a single net magnetic field.

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