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The shape of the earth's magnetic field resembles that of an imaginary:

(a) U-shaped magnet

(b) Straight conductor carrying current

(c) Current-carrying circular coil

(d) Bar magnet

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Solution

The shape of the earth's magnetic field resembles that of an imaginary bar magnet. So, the correct option is (d).

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