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SSC CHSL 2020 PYQ — Question 34

SSC CHSL - 16th October 2020 - Shift 1 • General Awareness • Q34

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The ______ is responsible for Earth's magnetic field.

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is option 3 i.e outer core.

  • On Earth, the flowing of liquid metal in the outer core of the planet generates electric currents.
  • The rotation of Earth on its axis causes these electric currents to form a magnetic field that extends around the planet.