Q.

In experiments using the meter bridge, post-office box, and potentiometer, a galvanometer is used. Which property of the galvanometer makes it suitable for these experiments?

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a

It has a relatively high coil resistance

b

It measures the magnitude of the current

c

It can indicate currents flowing through it in one direction only.

d

It is very sensitive to small currents

answer is D.

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Detailed Solution

For maximum sensitivity, the galvanometer should be connected. A galvanometer set across a bridge act as a null detector and the resistors are for limiting the current when the bridge is badly unbalanced.
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