Question

why does a compass needle get deflected when brought near a bar magnet?​

Answer 1

Answer:

Compass needle is actually a magnet. We know that like poles of magnets repels. The same is the case with a compass needle when brought near a bar magnet. As a result the compass needle deflects.

Explanation:

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Answer 2

Heyy dear♥️

The compass needle get deflected due to magnetic field around a bar magnet.

As you move the magnet around the compass, its needle will no longer point at the North magnetic pole, but it will follow your magnet.

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