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Where is the earth's magnetic field weaker?


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  1. Earth’s magnetic field is strongest at the poles and weakest at the equator.
  2. The Earth’s magnetic field is considered as that of an enormous bar magnet.
  3. The field lines emerge from the south pole of the earth and re-enter in the north pole.
  4. Thus, the earth's magnetic field is stronger at the poles and weaker at the centre.

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