The sensitivity of a galvanometre increases in relation to all of the following EXCEPT for the
Correct answer: B. Amount of current.
- A. Area of the coil.
- B. Amount of current.
- C. Strength of magnetic field.
- D. Number of turns in the coil.
Explanation
The sensitivity of a galvanometer is its ability to detect small changes in current. Factors such as the area of the coil, the number of turns in the coil, and the strength of the magnetic field directly enhance its sensitivity. Increasing these factors increases the torque on the coil for a given current, allowing for better detection of small currents. However, the amount of current itself does not increase sensitivity. Instead, the galvanometer is designed to work optimally within a specific range of currents, and exceeding this range can damage the device. Thus, the amount of current is the exception in terms of increasing sensitivity.
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