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Question: Answered & Verified by Expert
Select the correct statement from the following:
PhysicsMagnetic Properties of MatterNEET
Options:
  • A The magnetic dip is zero at the centre of the earth
  • B Magnetic dip decreases as we move away from the equator towards the magnetic pole
  • C Magnetic dip increases as we move away from the equator towards the magnetic pole
  • D Magnetic dip does not vary from place to place
Solution:
2919 Upvotes Verified Answer
The correct answer is: Magnetic dip increases as we move away from the equator towards the magnetic pole
At equator, magnetic dip angle δ=0o

At poles, δ=90o

∴δ increases as we move from equator towards poles.

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