Question

An electric dipole placed in a uniform electric field can have both stable and unstable conditions.Explain in relation to the energy possessed.​

Answer 1

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The moment of the dipole is directed between -ve charge and + charge. Net force and torque on the system should be zero in equilibrium. Therefore, if Potential Energy is high, the equilibrium will be unstable, and equilibrium will be stable for minimum Potential Energy.