Earth's Magnetic Field: From Satellites to Reversals - Perspectives on Ocean Science

How is Earth’s magnetic field important to making our planet habitable? Where does it come from, and how quickly does it change? Join Geophysicist Cathy Constable as she delves into these and other questions about one of Earth’s most dynamic features, the magnetosphere. Learn how research at Scripps is contributing to our ever-growing understanding of Earth’s magnetism. [12/2010] [Show ID: 19751]

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