Super-earth magnetic field (IMAGE)

University of Rochester

Super-earth magnetic field

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Deep layers of molten rock inside some super-earths could generate powerful magnetic fields—potentially stronger than Earth’s—and help shield these exoplanets from harmful radiation.

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University of Rochester Laboratory for Laser Energetics illustration / Michael Franchot

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