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|Meaning=In the study of [[terrestrial magnetism]], a line drawn through all points on the earth's surface having the same [[magnetic declination]]; not to be confused with magnetic [[meridian]]. | |||
|Explanation=The particular isogonic line drawn through all points having zero [[declination]] is called the [[agonic line]]. <br/>''Compare'' [[isoclinic line]], [[isogon]]. | |||
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Latest revision as of 11:46, 30 March 2024
In the study of terrestrial magnetism, a line drawn through all points on the earth's surface having the same magnetic declination; not to be confused with magnetic meridian.
The particular isogonic line drawn through all points having zero declination is called the agonic line.
Compare isoclinic line, isogon.