magnetic field

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A horizontal magnetic field generated a two dimensional flow, while an array of rods was used to disturb it.

From Science Daily • Jun. 3, 2026

Scientists have long known that homing pigeons and migratory birds use Earth's magnetic field as one of several tools for navigation.

From Science Daily • May 31, 2026

The magnetosphere is the vast region of space shaped by the planet's magnetic field.

From Science Daily • May 29, 2026

One of the most surprising discoveries involved the Sagittarius Arm, a region of the Milky Way where the magnetic field appears to reverse direction.

From Science Daily • May 20, 2026

It tipped slowly, still buoyed on the magnetic field of the east, west, and south anchors, but it had lost its balance, like a table with one leg cut away.

From "Strange the Dreamer" by Laini Taylor