The value of angle of dip is zero at the magnetic equator because on it (Where BH= Horizontal component of earth's magnetic field; Bv= Vertical component of earth's magnetic field)

see full answer

21% of IItians & 23% of AIIMS delhi doctors are from Sri Chaitanya institute !!

An Intiative by Sri Chaitanya

Bv and BH are equal

The value of Bv and BH is zero

The value of Bv is zero

The value of BH is zero

answer is C.

(Unlock A.I Detailed Solution for FREE)

Ready to Test Your Skills?

Check your Performance Today with our Free Mock Test used by Toppers!

Take Free Test

Detailed Solution

Since the value of vertical component is zero BV=Bsinφ=0; sinφ=0; φ=0so angle of dip is zero.

Watch 3-min video & get full concept clarity