Question

What is the major cause of the Earth’s magnetic sphere?

Answer 1

Differences in temperature, pressure and composition within the outer core cause convection currents in the molten metal as cool, dense matter sinks whilst warm, less dense matter rises.The Coriolis force, resulting from the Earth's spin, also causes swirling whirlpools.

Answer 2

Differences in temperature, pressure and composition within the outer core cause convection currents in the molten metal as cool, dense matter sinks whilst warm, less dense matter rises. The Coriolis force, resulting from the Earth's spin, also causes swirling whirlpools.