The dip angle at a location in southern India is about 
. Then the dip angle in Britain will be
A
Greater than 
B
Lesser than 
C
Equal to 
D
Zero
Text Solution
Verified by ExpertsThe correct answer is:
A
As Britain is located close to North pole hence dip angle in Britain is greater and its approximate value is 
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