The line on the earth’s surface joining the points where the earth’s magnetic field is horizontal is called

Magnetic meridian

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Magnetic axis

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Magnetic line

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Magnetic equator

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Solution

The correct option is D Magnetic equator
Magnetic equator is the line on the surface of the Earth where magnetic lines of force are directed horizontally.
Here, a magnetic needle that is free to rotate and remains horizontal.

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