What hypothesis has been presented for the close parallel relationship of the magnetic field and the rotation axis?

A) Rotation causes spiraling convection currents in the outer core.
B) Rotation causes spiraling convection currents in the outer mantle.
C) Rotation causes spiraling convection currents in the inner mantle.
D) Rotation causes spiraling convection currents in the inner core.


Answer: A

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