Earth's magnetic field is generated by the ________.
A)flow of the liquid inner core
B)flow of the liquid outer core
C)convective flow of the mantle
D)magnetic minerals within the crust

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Earth's magnetic field is believed to be generated by the flow of the liquid outer core of the Earth, which is mostly composed of iron and nickel. As the outer core flows, it generates electrical currents that in turn create a magnetic field.

Earth's Magnetic Field Is Generated by the ________