Which layer of the Earth is responsible for generating the Earth's magnetic fiel

Practice Questions

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Which layer of the Earth is responsible for generating the Earth's magnetic field? (2023)
  1. Crust
  2. Mantle
  3. Outer Core
  4. Inner Core

Questions & Step-by-Step Solutions

Which layer of the Earth is responsible for generating the Earth's magnetic field? (2023)
  • Step 1: Understand that the Earth has different layers: the crust, mantle, outer core, and inner core.
  • Step 2: Know that the outer core is made of liquid iron and nickel.
  • Step 3: Learn that the movement of this liquid iron creates electric currents.
  • Step 4: Realize that these electric currents produce a magnetic field.
  • Step 5: Conclude that the outer core is responsible for generating the Earth's magnetic field.
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