Aeromagnetic

/ɛərəʊmæɡˈnɛtɪk/ adjective

Relating to the magnetic properties of the atmosphere or to the measurement of Earth's magnetic field from aircraft.

From 'aero-' (air) + 'magnetic' (relating to magnetism). Developed in mid-20th century as aviation and geophysics combined, allowing scientists to map Earth's magnetic field from above.

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