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paleomagnetism

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun

The study of the strength and direction of the Earth's magnetic field as it has changed over geologic time.

Pronunciation

/peɪlɪə(ʊ)ˈmaɡnətɪzm/

Word forms

paleomagnetism paleomagnetisms palaeomagnetism

Etymology

From paleo- + magnetism.

Related words

paleomagnetic paleomagnetics

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