The current passing through the coil of galvanometers is directly proportional to:

Correct answer: A. Angle of deflection

  • A. Angle of deflection
  • B. Magnetic field
  • C. Number of turns
  • D. Resistance of the coil

Explanation

In a galvanometer, the current passing through the coil is not directly proportional to the angle of deflection. The angle of deflection is a measure of the current flowing through the coil, but it's not the determining factor. Instead, the current is directly proportional to the torque acting on the coil, which is produced by the magnetic field generated by the current flowing through the coil.

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