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Since Earth’s magnetic field derives from the convection currents of magma in the outer core, and since moving magma also drives tectonic activity... is there a
by jl6 6y ago
Since Earth’s magnetic field derives from the convection currents of magma in the outer core, and since moving magma also drives tectonic activity... is there any potential relationship between this anomaly and earthquakes/volcanos?
- snowwrestler 6y agoThe magnetic field is generated in the outer core, while surface vulcanism and earthquakes are driven by the upper mantle. These areas are about 2,000 miles different in depth. There's obviously some kind of relationship because it's all one planet, but nothing direct enough to care about in this situation.