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What is a magnetic field? How can the direction of magnetic field lines at a place be determined ?

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A magnetic field is a picture that we use as a tool to describe how the magnetic force is distributed in the space around and within something magnetic. The direction of the magnetic field lines at a place can be determined by using a compass needle. The north end of the needle of the compass indicates the direction of the magnetic field at the point where is placed.


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