Question

How can the direction of magnetic field be found using a compass needle?

Answer 1

Answer:

The direction of a magnetic field at a point is determined by placing a small compass needle. The N - pole of compass indicates the direction of magnetic field at that point.

Answer 2

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• Place the plotting compass near the magnet on a piece of paper. mark the direction the compass needle points. move the plotting compass to many different positions in the magnetic field, marking the needle direction each time. join the points to show the field lines.