A dip circle is so placed that the magnetic needle in it is vertical. The circle is then rotated through θ° about a vertical axis and theangle of dip measured in this position is found to be θ°. Find the true value of the angle of dip at that place.

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The magnetic force exerted by the earth, and recognized by its effect upon magnetized needles and bars.

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