Question

An electric dipole placed in a non-uniform electric field experiences 

(a) both, a torque and a net force 

(b) only a force but no torque 

(c) only a torque but no net force 

(d) no torque and no net force 

Answer 1

Correct option: (a) both, a torque and a net force

Explanation:

An electric dipole placed in a non-uniform electric field experiences a torque and a net force. In a uniform field it experiences only torque.