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Which of the following is the definition for magnetic meridian of Earth?(a) Vertical plane passing through the axis of a freely suspended or pivoted magnet(b) Horizontal plane passing through the axis of a freely suspended or pivoted magnet(c) Vertical plane passing through the geographical North Pole and South Pole at a given place(d) Horizontal plane passing through the geographical North Pole and South Pole at a given placeI got this question during an online exam.This key question is from Earth’s Magnetism in portion Magnetism and Matter of Physics – Class 12

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Correct answer is (a) Vertical plane passing through the axis of a freely SUSPENDED or PIVOTED magnet

Best explanation: A vertical plane passing through the axis of a freely suspended or pivoted magnet is known as magnetic MERIDIAN of Earth. The vertical plane passing through the geographical North Pole and SOUTH Pole at a given place is known as the geographical meridian of that place.



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