An Introductory-Geology Exercise on the Polar-Reversal Time Scale.

Shea, James Herbert

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ERIC Number: EJ348022

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 1986

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An Introductory-Geology Exercise on the Polar-Reversal Time Scale.

Shea, James Herbert

Journal of Geological Education, v35 n5 p320-34 Nov 1986

Presents a three-part exercise which provides undergraduates with opportunities to work with data related to the earth's magnetic field. Includes student materials for activities in determining the history of the earth's magnetic field, in finding the general pattern of declination, and for looking for a polar reversal history. (ML)

Descriptors: College Science, Earth Science, Geology, Higher Education, Plate Tectonics, Science Activities, Science Education, Science Instruction

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive

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Audience: Practitioners

Language: English

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