Seafloor Spreading and Plate Tectonics

In this lab, students use a magnetic field sensor to explore the movement of Earth's crustal plates and the evidence that is used to support the theory of plate tectonics.

Grade Level: Advanced Placement

Subject: Environmental Science

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Featured Equipment

3-Axis Magnetic Field Sensor

Wireless Magnetic Field Sensor

This 3-Axis Magnetic Field Sensor can sense the Earth’s magnetic field, magnetic fields from current-carrying coils, and permanent magnets.

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