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Uncategorized: Practice Problem & Solution

10. At a point A on the earth's surface the angle of dip, $delta = +25^{circ}$. At a point B on the earth's surface the angle of dip, $delta = -25^{circ}$. We can interpret that: (2019)
A and B are both located in the northern hemisphere.
A is located in the southern hemisphere and B is located in the northern hemisphere.
A is located in the northern hemisphere and B is located in the southern hemisphere.
A and B are both located in the southern hemisphere.

Solution Explained:

To solve this problem, we apply the core principles of Uncategorized. Understanding the underlying formula is key to arriving at the correct answer below:

By convention, the angle of dip is taken as positive in the Northern Hemisphere (where magnetic field lines dip downward into the earth) and negative in the Southern Hemisphere (where lines point upward).

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