NASA detects alarming anomaly in Earth’s magnetic field
NASA is closely monitoring an anomaly in Earth’s magnetic field located between South America and southwestern Africa.
Dubbed the South Atlantic Anomaly, this region of weakened magnetic intensity has been a concern for scientists for years. The magnetic field acts as a shield against solar radiation, but in this area, solar particles are able to penetrate closer to the Earth's surface.
The U.S. space agency has noted that certain satellites may experience temporary damage from solar protons in this region. To prevent losses, NASA deliberately shuts down non-essential components on affected satellites when passing through the anomaly.
In recent years, researchers have discovered that this area of low magnetic intensity is continuing to grow and weaken further.
(QG - The Daily Express / Picture: © Pixabay)