Earth’s Magnetic Field
Geography ⇒ Physical Geography
Earth’s Magnetic Field starts at 8 and continues till grade 12.
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Describe how a compass works in relation to the Earth’s magnetic field.
Describe the difference between magnetic declination and magnetic inclination.
Describe the role of the magnetosphere in protecting the Earth.
Explain how the study of the Earth’s magnetic field helps in understanding plate tectonics.
Explain the term ‘magnetic inclination’ or ‘dip’.
Explain why the Earth’s magnetic field is important for life on Earth.
Explain why the Earth’s magnetic field is not perfectly aligned with its rotational axis.
Explain why the magnetic north pole is not fixed and changes its position over time.
What causes the aurora borealis (northern lights)?
What is meant by ‘magnetic pole reversal’?
What is paleomagnetism?
What is the Earth’s magnetic field?
