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10 Language-to-English DictionariesTerrestrial Magnetic Field
/tɛˈrɛstrɪəl ˈmæɡnɪk fiːld/Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
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The magnetic field that extends from the Earth's interior out into space, affecting compass readings and protecting the planet from solar wind.
"The terrestrial magnetic field plays a crucial role in navigation for both animals and humans." - 2
A region around the Earth where magnetic forces are present, influenced by the Earth's magnetic core.
"Scientists study the terrestrial magnetic field to understand its impact on satellite communications."
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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
The term 'terrestrial' originates from the Latin word 'terrestris', meaning 'of the earth', while 'magnetic' comes from the Greek 'magnētikos', relating to magnetism. The concept of the magnetic field has evolved since the early studies of magnetism in the 16th century, reflecting the Earth's magnetic properties.
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Champ magnétique terrestre
Transliteration: ʃɑ̃ mɑɡnɛtik tɛʁɛstʁ
"Le champ magnétique terrestre protège la Terre des vents solaires."
Erdmagnetfeld
Transliteration: ɛʁtmaɡnɛtfɛlt
"Das Erdmagnetfeld beeinflusst die Navigation von Tieren und Menschen."
Campo magnetico terrestre
Transliteration: ˈkampo maɡˈnɛtiko terˈrestre
"Il campo magnetico terrestre è fondamentale per la navigazione."
Campo magnético terrestre
Transliteration: ˈkambo maɡˈnetiko teɾˈrestɾe
"El campo magnético terrestre protege a la Tierra de los vientos solares."
Campo magnético terrestre
Transliteration: ˈkɐ̃pu maɡˈnɛtʃiku teʁˈɾɛstɾi
"O campo magnético terrestre é essencial para a navegação."
पृथ्वी का चुंबकीय क्षेत्र
Transliteration: Prithvi ka chumbakeey kshetra
"पृथ्वी का चुंबकीय क्षेत्र सौर वायु से सुरक्षा करता है।"
地球磁场
Transliteration: dìqiú cíchǎng
"地球磁场保护地球免受太阳风的影响。"
지구 자기장
Transliteration: jigu jagijang
"지구 자기장은 태양풍으로부터 지구를 보호합니다."
地球の磁場
Transliteration: Chikyū no jiba
"地球の磁場は太陽風から地球を守ります。"
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