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geomagnetism

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geomagnetism: see magnetism magnetism, force of attraction or repulsion between various substances, especially those made of iron and certain other metals; ultimately it is due to the motion of electric charges.
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geomagnetism [¦jē·ō′mag·nə‚tiz·əm]
(geophysics)
The magnetism of the earth. Also known as terrestrial magnetism.
The branch of science that deals with the earth's magnetism.


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Physical conditions, including noise, temperature, humidity, barometric/water pressure, visible light, geomagnetism, radiation, and particulate matter, may contribute to stress (Gordon 2003).
Einstein described geomagnetism as one of the chief unsolved puzzles of physics.
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