Question
Question: Which of the following statements about dipole moment is not true?...
Which of the following statements about dipole moment is not true?
A
The dimensions of dipole moment is [LTA].
B
The unit of dipole moment is Cm.
C
Dipole moment is vector quantity and directed from negative to positive charge.
D
Dipole moment is a scalar quantity and has magnitude charge equal to the potential of separation between charge.
Answer
Dipole moment is a scalar quantity and has magnitude charge equal to the potential of separation between charge.
Explanation
Solution
: Dipole moment is a vector quantity and has magnitude of 2qa and it is in the direction of the dipole axis from –q to a.