Q. A bar magnet of magnetic moment $\overrightarrow{M}$ is placed in a magnetic field of induction $\overrightarrow{B}$. The torque exerted on it is
A) $\overrightarrow{M}.\overrightarrow{B}$
B) $- \overrightarrow{M}.\overrightarrow{B}$
C) $\overrightarrow{M} \times \overrightarrow{B}$
D) $\overrightarrow{B} \times \overrightarrow{M}$
Explanation
The correct answer is Option C: $\overrightarrow{M} \times \overrightarrow{B}$.
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Reviewed by Dr. Abubacker
Physics Educator & NEET/JEE Specialist
Ph.D. in Physics with 19+ years of teaching experience.