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Physics Magnetism and Matter Magnet and It's Properties MCQ (Single Correct)

The torque on a bar magnet due to the earth's magnetic field is maximum when the axis of the magnet is

A
Perpendicular to the field of the earth
B
Parallel to the vertical component of the earth's field
C
At an angle of 33 o with respect to the N-S direction
D
Along the North-South (N-S) direction

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Torque on a bar magnet in earths magnetic field is will be maximum if maximum i.e. . Hence axis of the magnet is perpendicular to the field of earth.

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