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Electro-Magnetism — Physics STD 10 — Question

ICSE BoardEnglish MediumSTD 10PhysicsElectro-Magnetism1 Mark
MCQ
Which parameter can be detected with the compass needle?
  • A
    Current
  • ✓
    Magnetic field
  • C
    Electric field
  • D
    Gravitational field
✓

Answer

Correct option: B.
Magnetic field
(b)
Magnetic field
Explanation:
A compass needle can be used to determine the presence of a magnetic field at any location surrounding the current carrying path.

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