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How big is the hole in Earth's magnetic field and how can it be harmful if a solar flare comes in 2011 or 2012?
There is no hole in Earth's magnetic field. Fluctuations in the magnetosphere occur regularly depending on the strength of the solar wind. Both the magnetosphere and the upper atmosphere block most of the proton flow from solar flares (as well as the ever-present "cosmic rays"). To cause a problem for living things on the planet, the atmosphere would have to be much thinner, and the Earth's magnetic field a small fraction of its current strength. The ISS space station is specially shielded as well (as any future Moon bases must be).
The idea that some "solar flare catastrophe" could result in the foreseeable future is mostly pseudoscience and fear-mongering by misguided individuals.
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What is the Earth's magnetic field called?
The Earth's magnetic field is called the geomagnetic field. It is generated by the motion of molten iron and nickel in the outer core of the Earth. This field is crucial for protecting our planet from harmful solar radiation.
What is earths magnetic field called?
It is Earths' "Magnetosphere".
At which location is earths magnetic field the strongest?
Earth's magnetic field is strongest at the magnetic North Pole and the magnetic South Pole.
Which location is earths magnetic field is the strongest?
The strength of Earth's magnetic field is strongest at the magnetic poles, which are not necessarily aligned with the geographic poles. The magnetic field is weakest at the magnetic equator.
What are facts about earths magnets?
Earth has a magnetic field that is generated by the movement of molten iron in its outer core. This magnetic field helps protect our planet from harmful solar radiation and guides compass needles to point north. The strength of Earth's magnetic field has been decreasing over time and periodically reverses its polarity.
What is the Earth's magnetic field called?
The Earth's magnetic field is called the geomagnetic field. It is generated by the motion of molten iron and nickel in the outer core of the Earth. This field is crucial for protecting our planet from harmful solar radiation.
Is earths core a source of earths magnetic field?
Yes.
How are the Earths magnetic field made?
It is made by the movement of the earths core and magma field
Earth's magnetic field results from the spinning of the?
The earths magnetic field results from deep in the earths core. Magnetic conduction from within the earths core is believed to be the cause of this.
Why do scientists believe that the inner core is the source of earths magnetic field?
because it has the hydro electric power to control the earths magnetic field
What is earths magnetic field called?
It is Earths' "Magnetosphere".
Where does the earth's magnetic field get its power from?
earths magnetic field is generated by the circulation of liquid metal.
What is the magnetic field called?
It is Earths' "Magnetosphere".
What is another word for earths magnetic field?
= An effect of the magnetic field is "Van Allen radiation belt" =
What is earths field that reverses from time to time?
The Earth's Magnetic field.
How many times stronger is the earths magnetic field?
The Earth's magnetic field is approximately 100 times weaker than a typical fridge magnet. However, it is strong enough to protect the planet from harmful solar wind and cosmic rays.
At which location is earths magnetic field the strongest?
Earth's magnetic field is strongest at the magnetic North Pole and the magnetic South Pole.
