Asked by Jalani Bennett on Apr 29, 2024
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The north magnetic pole of a compass needle is attracted to the _____ magnetic pole of the earth.
A) north
B) south
C) east
D) west
North Magnetic Pole
The point on the Earth's surface where geomagnetic field lines are directed vertically downwards, the opposite of the Geographical North Pole.
Compass Needle
A magnetized pointer free to align itself with Earth's magnetic field, used in compasses for navigation.
Earth
The third planet from the Sun, our home planet, or in electrical terms, the reference point in an electrical circuit for the return path of currents or a direct physical connection to the ground.
- Acquire knowledge on the variance between geographical and magnetic north.
Verified Answer
KT
Kenley TaylorApr 30, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
The north magnetic pole of a compass needle is attracted to the south magnetic pole of the Earth, as opposite magnetic poles attract each other.
Learning Objectives
- Acquire knowledge on the variance between geographical and magnetic north.