Question

question 31

the north pole of a compass needle points in the direction of the south geographic pole.
true
false

Explanation:

Analyze the behavior of a compass needle

Using the Geographic vs Magnetic North and Earths Magnetic Field knowledge points

• A compass needle is a small permanent magnet whose north-seeking pole (north pole) is attracted to the Earth's magnetic north pole.
• By definition, the north pole of a compass points toward the Earth's geographic North Pole (which is located near the Earth's magnetic south pole).
• Therefore, the statement that the north pole of a compass needle points in the direction of the south geographic pole is false.

Answer:

• True
• (B) False (Correct answer)