Physics
Complete the following sentences:
(a) If the field lines in a magnetic field are parallel and equidistant, the magnetic field is …………… .
(b) At a neutral point, the resultant magnetic field is …………… .
(c) The neutral points of a bar magnet kept with it's north pole pointing towards geographic north are located …………… .
Answer
(a) If the field lines in a magnetic field are parallel and equidistant, the magnetic field is uniform.
(b) At a neutral point, the resultant magnetic field is zero.
(c) The neutral points of a bar magnet kept with it's north pole pointing towards geographic north are located on either side of the magnet in east and west directions.
Related Questions
Which of the following is not a correct statement for a magnet placed in the earth's magnetic field ?
- Neutral points are always at an equal distance from the magnet.
- The position of neutral points depends on the direction of the magnet in the earth’s magnetic field.
- The position of neutral points does not depend on the direction of the magnet.
- The magnetic field strength is zero at the neutral points.
Fill in the blanks to complete the sentences:
(a) Two ends of a magnet are called ……………
(b) Unlike poles of a magnet …………… each other.
(c) Like poles of a magnet …………… each other.
(d) A freely suspended magnet rests in the geographic …………… direction.
Where is the magnetic south pole of the earth located?
What kind of magnetic field is represented by parallel and equidistant lines ?