Which of the following is a hypothesis regarding the initial formation of Earth's magnetic field?
A) The magnetic field was transferred from the Sun.
B) Magnetite and other magnetic iron minerals aligned during solidification of the magma ocean.
C) The magnetic field was generated by Earth's rotation.
D) The magnetic field originated with Earth.
Answer: A
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