Which of the following statements about dipole moment is not true?
A
The dimensions of dipole moment is [LTA]
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B
The unit of dipole moment is Cm
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C
Dipole moment is vector quantity and directed from negative to positive charge.
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D
Dipole moment is a scalar quantity and has magnitude equal to the potential on the axis of the dipole.
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Solution
The correct option is DDipole moment is a scalar quantity and has magnitude equal to the potential on the axis of the dipole. Dipole moment is a vector quantity and has magnitude of 2qa and it is in the direction of the dipole axis form -q to q.