A dipole is placed in an electric field as shown. In which direction will it move? [NEET 2021]
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Verified by ExpertsThe correct answer is:
B
We know that, the direction of electric dipole moment is from negative charge to positive charge.
The strength of the electric field at +q is greater than that of -q charge, i.e. 
.
So, the net force on the dipole act towards the right side.
We know that, a system always moves to decrease its potential energy.
So, the given dipole move towards right side as its potential energy will decrease.
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