Geography A-Level
Palaeomagnetism
What Palaeomagnetism means in Geography A-Level, as defined for Pearson Edexcel.
Definition of Palaeomagnetism
The study of the Earth's magnetic field recorded in rocks, providing evidence for seafloor spreading through magnetic striping.
Topics that use Palaeomagnetism
- Tectonic Processes and Hazards (Pearson Edexcel A-Level)
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Using Palaeomagnetism in the exam
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