The earth’s magnetic field at the equator is approximately 0.4 G. The earth’s dipole moment is:
(Radius of earth, $$R_{E}=6.4\times10^{6}$$ m)
1. $$1.05\times10^{23}$$ A-m2
2. $$8.0\times10^{22}$$ A-m2
3. $$4.5\times10^{23}$$ A-m2
4. $$2.10\times10^{23}$$ A-m2

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In the magnetic meridian of a certain place, the horizontal component of the earth’s magnetic field is 0.26G and the dip angle is 60°. The magnetic field of the earth at this location is:

1. 0.25 G

2. 0.20 G

3. 0.35 G

4. 0.52 G

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