How Old is It? Part 2 – Magnetostratigraphy (Paleomagnetism) and the Geomagnetic Polarity Timescale
Grades: 9-12 | Undergraduate
Learn how paleomagnetism is used to accurately date cores of rock onboard the JOIDES Resolution.
- How Old is It? Part 2 – Magnetostratigraphy (Paleomagnetism) and the Geomagnetic Polarity Timescale
Download/Print PDF (4.7MB) - How Old is It? Part 2 – Magnetostratigraphy (Paleomagnetism) and the Geomagnetic Polarity Timescale – Teacher’s Guide
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Grades: 9-12 and Undergraduate
Supplemental Resources:
- About Paleomagnetism
Download/Print PDF (516KB) - Career Brief: Paleomagnetism Specialist
Credits
Written by Dr. Mark Leckie and Dr. Kristen St. John for the School of Rock Expedition 2005. Revised for School of Rock 2008.


