Pole Reversal

The magnetic poles or dip poles are computed from all the Gauss coefficients using an iterative method. Magnetic poles derived in this fashion are geographically…

Geomagnetic reversals happen when the dynamo mechanism (the process that generates the magnetic field) becomes unstable. The process involves the circulation of molten materials in…

Today, Earth’s magnetic field is gradually weakening at a rate of about 5% per century, a trend that has led some to speculate that a…

  While geomagnetic reversals have occurred numerous times, there is little evidence to suggest that these events have had catastrophic consequences for life on Earth.…

The frequency of geomagnetic reversals is irregular. During certain periods, reversals seem to happen more frequently, while in other periods, the magnetic field may remain…

Past Pole Reversals Geomagnetic reversals are not rare events. In fact, they have occurred regularly throughout Earth’s history, with the most recent reversal occurring approximately…