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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 magnetic declination, angle of dip and horizontal component of the earth.s magnetic field are the three independent quantities used to specify the earth.s magnetic field.
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  • Which of the following is independent quantities is no used to specify the earth's magnetic field?

    A
    Magnetic declination `(theta)`
    B
    Magnetic field `(delta)`
    C
    Horizontal component of earth's field `(B_(H))`
    D
    Vertical component of earth's field `(B_(V))`
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