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Geomagnetic Poles
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It is critical to distinguish the Geomagnetic Poles from the Magnetic Poles.
Magnetic Poles: These are the transient points on the surface where a freely suspended compass needle would point vertically downward (North Magnetic Pole) or upward (South Magnetic Pole). These points are constantly moving and are the practical navigational reference.
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