Choose the incorrect statement from the following regarding magnetic field lines.

  • A
    If magnetic field lines are parallel and equidistant,they represent zero field strength.
  • B
    Magnetic field lines are closed curves.
  • C
    The direction of magnetic field at a point is taken to be the direction in which the north pole of a magnetic compass needle points.
  • D
    Relative strength of magnetic field is shown by the degree of closeness of the field lines.

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