The Generation of Uranus' Magnetosphere



This figure illustrates the motions of the interior which contribute toward generating the magnetosphere.
Click on image for full size version (92K GIF)

Magnetospheres are generated with 1.) magnetic materials and 2.) with motions within the magnetic material.

The terrestrial planets generate magnetospheres within the iron cores at the center. This leads to dipole-shaped, rounded magnetic fields. However, Uranus has almost no iron core.

The magnetic material of Uranus is found within the icy shells found within Uranus. Motions within those shells produce the magnetic field.


"Return to Uranus' Magnetosphere"

The Magnetic Poles of Uranus



The Making of Uranus' Magnetosphere



This figure illustrates the motions of the interior which help generate the magnetosphere.
Click on image for full size version (92K GIF)

Magnetospheres are generated with 1.) magnetic materials and 2.) with motions within the magnetic material.

The Earth-like planets generate magnetospheres within the iron cores at the center. However, Uranus has almost no iron core.

The magnetic material of Uranus is found within the icy shells inside Uranus. Motions within those shells produce the magnetic field.


"Return to Uranus' Magnetosphere"

The Magnetic Poles of Uranus



The Generation of Uranus' Magnetosphere



This figure illustrates the motions of the interior which contribute toward generating the magnetosphere.
Click on image for full size version (92K GIF)

Magnetosphere's are generated with 1.) magnetic materials and 2.) with motions within the magnetic material.

The Earth-like planets generate magnetospheres within the iron cores at the center. Uranus has almost no iron core, however.

The magnetic material of Uranus is found within the icy shell found within Uranus. Motions within that shell produce the magnetic field.


"Return to Uranus' Magnetosphere"

The Magnetic Poles of Uranus




Last modified May 7, 2009 by Randy Russell.
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