Question

Select the correct statement from the following:

• 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

Answer 1

Answer: (C)

At equator, magnetic dip angle $\delta=0^{\circ}$
At poles, $\delta=90^{\circ}$
$\therefore \delta$ increases as we move from equator towards poles