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The Earth's magnetic field varies from point to point in space. Does it also change with time?

a) Yes
b) No

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No, the Earth's magnetic field does not change with time. The direction of the Earth's magnetic field flips direction about once every 200,000 years, but this is on a geological timescale.

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No, the Earth's magnetic field does not change with time. The direction of the Earth's magnetic field does flip direction about once every 200,000 years, but this is a geological timescale. On shorter timescales, such as human lifetimes, the Earth's magnetic field remains relatively stable. This stability is important for navigation and compass use.

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