What Determines the Torque and Magnetic Moment in Magnetic Systems?

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The discussion focuses on the calculation of torque (\(\vec \tau\)) in magnetic systems, specifically defined by the equation \(\vec \tau = [\vec \mu, \vec B]\). It emphasizes that the torque and magnetic moment are independent of the choice of origin, highlighting their nature as pure couples. Additionally, the conversation touches on the expressions for magnetic moments concerning surface and volume current distributions, reinforcing the fundamental principles of magnetic dipoles.

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when we write [itex]\vec \tau=[\vec \mu, \vec B][/itex]
what is the point or the line about which we are calcuating the torque
Also what is the magnetic moment's expression for a surface current and volume current distribution?
 
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The moment of magnetic dipole is independent of the origin. The torque is a pure couple and so it too is independent of the choice of origin.
 
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