The relict magnetism of meteoritesMeteorite paleomagnetic studies are reviewed and evaluated. Possible mechanisms for producing early solar system magnetic fields that could have been responsible for the magnetization of some or all meteorite classes are explored. A detailed review of paleointensity results derived from the various classes of meteorites is given, and the likelihood that the results might related to solar or nebulawide magnetic fields is considered. The implications of meteorite magnetism for early solar system evolution are discussed.
Document ID
19920064072
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Proceedings
Authors
Cisowski, S. M. (California, University Santa Barbara, United States)
Hood, L. L. (Arizona, University Tucson, United States)