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Earth’s magnetic field is probably generated by the motion of the highly conducting liquid Outer Core
Motion in the Outer
Core
From: Arnou
Mantle Convection and Plumes•Convection at ocean ridges cools the mantle•Mantle plumes (hot spots) cool the liquid core
This means:•The function of plate tectonics is to cool the mantle!•The function of plumes is to cool the core!