Q. The direction of electric field intensity $\left( \overrightarrow{E} \right)$ at a point on the equatorial line of an electric dipole of dipole moment $\left( \overrightarrow{p} \right)$ is
A) Along the equatorial line towards the dipole
B) Along equatorial line away from the dipole
C) Perpendicular to the equatorial line and opposite to $\left( \overrightarrow{p} \right)$
D) Perpendicular to the equatorial line and parallel to $\left( \overrightarrow{p} \right)$
Explanation
The correct answer is Option C: Perpendicular to the equatorial line and opposite to $\left( \overrightarrow{p} \right)$.
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Reviewed by Dr. Abubacker
Physics Educator & NEET/JEE Specialist
Ph.D. in Physics with 19+ years of teaching experience.