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Define the term electric dipole moment. Is it a scalar or a vector quantity?
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Answer
It is the product of charge (q) and the seperation (2a) between the pair of charges.
Alternate Answer
In terms of p = Torque/normal electric field It is a vector quantity.
Alternate Answer
In terms of p = Torque/normal electric field It is a vector quantity.
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