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Question
Study the figure on the side and answer the question
Which layer is responsible for earth’s magnetic field? Why?
Solution
Core of earth is responsible for earth’s magnetic field because it is composed of iron and nickel which is responsible for earth’s magnetism. Magnetic field is oriented towards North and South Poles.
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