3.2.13 - Earth’s Magnetism
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Practice Questions
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What is the magnetic declination?
💡 Hint: Think about navigation and compasses.
Define magnetic inclination.
💡 Hint: Consider how the magnetic field is oriented.
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What is the primary role of Earth's magnetic field?
💡 Hint: Think about how you find your way using a compass.
True or False: Magnetic declination is the same as magnetic inclination.
💡 Hint: Consider how each angle is defined.
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If you travel from a location where the magnetic declination is 15° East to a region where it is 10° West, how would you adjust your compass for accurate navigation?
💡 Hint: Consider the direction of the declination and how it affects compass readings.
A bird migrates using Earth's magnetic field. Explain how a change in the magnetic field might affect its navigation across thousands of miles.
💡 Hint: Think about reliance on magnetic cues in nature.
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