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Magnetic Storm
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Related NOVA Resources
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The following resources from the companion Web site accompany this program:
Impact on Animals
This inquiry explores the question of whether a dramatic change
in the Earth's magnetic field would affect creatures that rely
on it during migration. (Grades 9-12)
When Compasses Point South
See a time line of reversals over the past 160 million years
and find out what scientists know and don't know about magnetic
field flips. (Grades 6-8, 9-12)
Gallery of Auroras
View a slide show of auroral displays and find answers to
questions about why auroras only occur relatively near the
magnetic north and south poles, why they appear in different
colors, and more. (Requires Flash plug-in; non-Flash version
available.) (Grades 3-5, 6-8, 9-12)
See a Reversal
Watch a computer model simulation that illustrates what happens
during a magnetic field reversal. (Requires QuickTime plug-in;
non-QuickTime version available.) (Grades 6-8, 9-12)
NOVA News Minute: Magnetic Storm
Use this news clip to introduce students to a science topic
related to this week's program. Available when the program airs.
Transcript included. (QuickTime or RealVideo plug-in required.)
Teacher's Guide
In this classroom activity, students study the magnetic fields
around different shapes of magnets. (Grades 3-5, 6-8)
Plus:
Links and Books
Program Transcript
Complete narration for the TV program.
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