University Physics with Modern Physics (14th Edition)

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ISBN 13: 978-0-32197-361-0

Chapter 28 - Sources of Magnetic Field - Problems - Discussion Questions - Page 947: Q28.1

Answer

See explanation.

Work Step by Step

A magnetic monopole is the magnetic version of a point charge, so magnetic field lines would end on it. The magnetic field lines would not form closed loops. Also, if a closed Gaussian surface enclosed the magnetic monopole, the net magnetic flux would not be zero.
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