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 the Earth’s magnetic field is useful in navigation.
Describe the difference between the magnetic equator and the geographic equator.
Describe the process of magnetic pole reversal.
Explain how the study of ancient rocks helps scientists understand the history of the Earth’s magnetic field.
Explain the term ‘magnetic declination’.
Explain why a compass needle points towards the north.
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.
State one way in which the Earth’s magnetic field helps migratory birds.
What is magnetic inclination or dip?
What is the Earth’s magnetic field?
What is the magnetosphere?
What is the main cause of the Earth’s magnetic field?
What is the significance of the Van Allen belts in relation to the Earth’s magnetic field?
