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While construction a galvanometer, the enamelled copper wire is wound on:

Correct answer: D. Non-magnetic material

  • A. Magnetic material
  • B. An insulator
  • C. A conductor
  • D. Non-magnetic material

Explanation

While the core material for the coil in a galvanometer is typically chosen to be non-magnetic to prevent interference with the magnetic field produced by the coil itself, the core material still needs to be a conductor to allow current flow. Using a non-magnetic material that is also a conductor, such as brass or aluminum, would be suitable for constructing the coil of a galvanometer.

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