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A vector needs three quantities for its specification. Name the three independent quantities conventionally used to specify the earth's magnetic field.

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The three independent quantities used to specify earth's magnetic field are, Magnetic declination `(theta)`, Magnetic dip `(delta)` and Horizontal component of earth's field (H).
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