Assertion (A): Magnetic field lines do not intersect each other.
Reason (R): Magnetic field lines are imaginary lines, the tangent to which at any point gives the direction of the field at that point.
Assertion (A): Magnetic field lines do not intersect each other.
Reason (R): Magnetic field lines are imaginary lines, the tangent to which at any point gives the direction of the field at that point.
Options
Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true and Reason (R) is the correct explanation of the Assertion (A).
Analysis & Explanation
Magnetic field lines do not intersect each other because the tangent to the field lines at any point gives the direction of the field at that point. If two field lines intersect, it would mean that at the point of intersection, the compass needle would point towards two directions, which is not possible.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many marks does this question carry in CBSE Class 10 Science 2023?
This question carries 1 mark in the CBSE Class 10 Science 2023 examination.
Which chapter does this question come from in Science?
This question is from the chapter "Magnetic Effects of Electric Current" in the CBSE Class 10 Science syllabus.
What topic does this question cover in Science?
This question covers the topic "Magnetic Field Lines" from CBSE Class 10 Science.
What type of question is this in the CBSE Class 10 Science 2023 paper?
This is a MCQ question from Section A in the CBSE Class 10 Science 2023 paper.