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The most important use for the magnetic shield is that it protects our atmosphere from the solar wind.
The solar wind is a bunch of charged particles that is emitted and shot from the sun in all directions. These particles will pound away a planet's atmosphere, much like waves in the ocean pound away a rocky coastline.
The magnetic shield steers the solar wind away from our atmosphere and thus protecting it.
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How does the Aurora affect us?
Aurora does not affect us , We a protected by the earths shield. -Slauson Middle School . !
How are polar lights formed?
the earth's magnetic shield repulses cosmic rays therefore creating lights:)
Which physical characteristics are the moon lacking that would enable life to exist there?
The moon lacks water, an atmosphere and a magnetic field. Water is necessary for all life we have discovered so far to survive, An atmosphere provides air to breath and a shield from asteroids and meteoroids. An magnetic field is not technically a physical characteristic, but it is necessary to prevent the sun's radiation form scorching life off of a planet.
How does the magnetic field help us?
The rocks present in earth like Basalts when cools to a certain temperature(Curie point),the earth's magnetic field is frozen into it known as fossil magnetism.It records both direction of N-S pole & the latitude of the rock.Evidence from this it has been reveled that on geologic past earth has reversed it's magnetic field many atimes.
Why is the moon and mercury so much more cratered than the earth?
because the moon acts like a shield for earth an mercury doesn't have a moon
The earths magnetic shield has?
existed since the planet cooled
What effect does the earths magnetic field have on the intensity of cosmic rays striking the earths surface?
The Earth's magnetic field acts as a shield, deflecting charged particles (cosmic rays) away from the surface. This helps reduce the intensity of cosmic rays reaching the Earth's surface. However, cosmic rays can still penetrate the atmosphere at higher latitudes where the magnetic field is weaker.
Which planet has a magnetic shield?
All planets have magnetic fields. I believe that in most cases, this magnetic field can act as a shield.
Does cardboard act as a magnetic shield?
No, cardboard does not act as a magnetic shield. Magnetic shields are typically made of materials with high magnetic permeability, such as mu-metal or ferrite. Cardboard does not have the properties necessary to shield against magnetic fields.
What is the the inner core important?
It is the source of earth's magnetic field, which produces an extremely important shield against harmful solar radiation.
How can solar flares effect us?
it can't because earth has a magnetic shield that blocks the solar flares.
Will aluminum and bronze stop magnetic field as a magnetic shield?
Not at all well
How does the earths magnetic fieldprotecting the life on earth?
I saw a show on this topic. Every once in a while the sun shoots out solar flares, these are made out of the suns material and are dangerous, they also go pretty far. Occasionaly one heads straight for earth, but the earths magnetic is strong enough to make a "shield" around the earth (sorry if this isn't enough detail).
What function is formed by earths magnetic field?
Earth's magnetic field functions as a shield that protects the planet from harmful solar winds and cosmic radiation. It also helps birds and other animals navigate during migration through the Earth's magnetic cues. Additionally, it plays a role in the formation of the auroras in the polar regions.
What is a Spartans favorite weapon?
The Shield. Although a Spartans spear and sword were important, the shield was considered the most important because it protected you, and the man next to you. Losing your shield was a disgrace, and Spartans couldn't leave the battlefield unless they abandoned their shield.
What evidence do you see in the sky when the solar magnetic storms break through your magnetic shield?
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Would lead tape work as a shield from a magnetic field?
No
