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Introduction to Magnetism Informative Document

NASA scientists used their computer models and data from the Solar Dynamics Observatory (SDO) to generate this view of the Sun's magnetic field on August 10, 2018. Magnetism drives the dynamic activity near the Sun's surface, including the activity seen here.
NASA/SDO
Levels
  • Introductory (K-5)
  • Intermediate (6-8)
Material Type
  • Activity/Hands-on
  • Article/Informative Text
Heliophysics Big Ideas
  • Big Idea 2.3 – The Sun is the primary source of light…
NGSS
  • ESS2 - Earth's Systems
Heliophysics Topics
  • Electromagnetism
  • Electromagnetic Spectrum
  • Geomagnetic Storm
  • Magnetic Field
  • Magnetosphere
Heliophysics Missions
  • Magnetospheric Multiscale (MMS)
  • Solar and Heliospheric Observatory (SOHO)
  • Solar Dynamics Observatory (SDO)
  • Solar Orbiter
Material Cost per Learner Free
Language English

This document provides basic information about magnetism and examples of where magnetic fields are found in nature. Basic terms and properties are covered with illustrations. This is intended as a companion guide to the Magnetometer Guides written by Dr. Sten Odenwald in collaboration with Dr. Hilarie Davis and Christina Milotte.

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Introduction to Magnetism

Jul 7, 2025

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