Net force in a Non-Uniform magnetic field

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A magnetic dipole placed in a non-uniform magnetic field will experience a net force and a net torque. In contrast, when situated in a uniform electric field, it will only experience a net torque due to the cancellation of forces. The discussion highlights the differences in behavior of magnetic dipoles in varying field conditions. Understanding these principles is crucial for applications in electromagnetism. The original poster confirmed their understanding of the topic after further exploration.
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When there is a magnetic dipole placed in an external non uniform magnetic field, will it experience a net force?
 
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Aniruddha@94 said:
What do you think of it?
I think it will. It will not only experience a net force, but a net torque as well. However, if it was placed in a uniform electric field, it will only experience a net torque as the forces cancel out! I pretty much got to know the answer a while after I posted this question.
 

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