Magnetic Effects Of Current Question 181

Question: Four wires each of length 2.0 metres are bent into four loops P, Q, R and S and then suspended into uniform magnetic field. Same current is passed in each loop. Which statement is correct [MP PET 1995; DPMT 1999]

Options:

A) Couple on loop P will be the highest

B) Couple on loop Q will be the highest

C) Couple on loop R will be the highest

D) Couple on loop S will be the highest

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Answer:

Correct Answer: D

Solution:

Couple of force on loop S will be maximum because for same perimeter the area of loop will be maximum and magnetic moment of loop $ =i\times A. $ So, it will also be maximum for loop S.