Angle of Dip Formula

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The Angle of Dip is the angle between the horizontal plane and the Earth's magnetic field lines. It varies depending on the location on the Earth's surface. Check FAQs
δ=arccos(BHBV)
δ - Angle of Dip?BH - Horizontal Component of Earth's Magnetic Field?BV - Vertical Component of Earth's Magnetic Field?

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60Edit=arccos(2E-5Edit4E-5Edit)
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Angle of Dip Solution

Follow our step by step solution on how to calculate Angle of Dip?

FIRST Step Consider the formula
δ=arccos(BHBV)
Next Step Substitute values of Variables
δ=arccos(2E-5Wb/m²4E-5Wb/m²)
Next Step Convert Units
δ=arccos(2E-5T4E-5T)
Next Step Prepare to Evaluate
δ=arccos(2E-54E-5)
Next Step Evaluate
δ=1.0471975511966rad
Next Step Convert to Output's Unit
δ=60.0000000000113°
LAST Step Rounding Answer
δ=60°

Angle of Dip Formula Elements

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Functions
Angle of Dip
The Angle of Dip is the angle between the horizontal plane and the Earth's magnetic field lines. It varies depending on the location on the Earth's surface.
Symbol: δ
Measurement: AngleUnit: °
Note: Value can be positive or negative.
Horizontal Component of Earth's Magnetic Field
Horizontal Component of Earth's Magnetic Field is the part of the Earth's magnetic field that lies parallel to the Earth's surface.
Symbol: BH
Measurement: Magnetic FieldUnit: Wb/m²
Note: Value can be positive or negative.
Vertical Component of Earth's Magnetic Field
The vertical Component of Earth's Magnetic Field is the part of the magnetic field that points perpendicular to the Earth's surface. It influences the magnetic dip and affects compass readings.
Symbol: BV
Measurement: Magnetic FieldUnit: Wb/m²
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
cos
Cosine of an angle is the ratio of the side adjacent to the angle to the hypotenuse of the triangle.
Syntax: cos(Angle)
arccos
Arccosine function, is the inverse function of the cosine function.It is the function that takes a ratio as an input and returns the angle whose cosine is equal to that ratio.
Syntax: arccos(Number)

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How to Evaluate Angle of Dip?

Angle of Dip evaluator uses Angle of Dip = arccos(Horizontal Component of Earth's Magnetic Field/Vertical Component of Earth's Magnetic Field) to evaluate the Angle of Dip, Angle of Dip formula is defined as the angle between the Earth's magnetic field and the horizontal plane, measured at a specific location, which is an important concept in geophysics and magnetism, used to determine the orientation of the magnetic field lines and their variation with depth and location. Angle of Dip is denoted by δ symbol.

How to evaluate Angle of Dip using this online evaluator? To use this online evaluator for Angle of Dip, enter Horizontal Component of Earth's Magnetic Field (BH) & Vertical Component of Earth's Magnetic Field (BV) and hit the calculate button.

FAQs on Angle of Dip

What is the formula to find Angle of Dip?
The formula of Angle of Dip is expressed as Angle of Dip = arccos(Horizontal Component of Earth's Magnetic Field/Vertical Component of Earth's Magnetic Field). Here is an example- 3437.747 = arccos(2E-05/4E-05).
How to calculate Angle of Dip?
With Horizontal Component of Earth's Magnetic Field (BH) & Vertical Component of Earth's Magnetic Field (BV) we can find Angle of Dip using the formula - Angle of Dip = arccos(Horizontal Component of Earth's Magnetic Field/Vertical Component of Earth's Magnetic Field). This formula also uses Cosine (cos), Inverse Cosine (arccos) function(s).
Can the Angle of Dip be negative?
Yes, the Angle of Dip, measured in Angle can be negative.
Which unit is used to measure Angle of Dip?
Angle of Dip is usually measured using the Degree[°] for Angle. Radian[°], Minute[°], Second[°] are the few other units in which Angle of Dip can be measured.
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