Question
Can the earth's magnetic field be vertical at a place? What will happen to a lreely suspended magnet at such a place? What is the value of dip here?
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Answer
The magnetic lines of force at the poles of Earth are vertical due to which the magnetic needle becomes vertical. the needle dips vertically.
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