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Concepts Of Physics MCQ Edition [Volume 2]

Exam: Concepts Of Physics MCQ Edition [Volume 2]
Subject: Physics
Chapter: Permanent Magnets

Concepts Of Physics MCQ Edition [Volume 2] · Physics · Permanent Magnets

The magnetic meridian corresponds to

The magnetic meridian corresponds to

Options

Aa point
Ba vertical plane
Ca horizontal plane
Da line along the north-south direction

Correct answer

B. a vertical plane

Step-by-step solution

The magnetic meridian at any place is defined as the vertical plane passing through the magnetic axis of a freely suspended magnetic needle at rest under the influence of the earth's magnetic field.

Therefore, the magnetic meridian corresponds to a vertical plane.

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