North magnetic pole relocation
Regions: Qikiqtaaluk Region, Nunavut
Tags: physical sciences, geology, magnetic field
| Principal Investigator: | Newitt, Lawrence R. (1) |
| Licence Number: | 12590 |
| Organization: | Geological Survey of Canada |
| Licensed Year(s): |
1994
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| Issued: | Jan 01, 1994 |
| Project Team: | one additional member (to be determined) |
Objective(s): To re-determine the position of the north magnetic dip pole; to facilitate the production of magnetic charts of Canada, which form part of the Geological Atlas of Canada.
Project Description: The researchers will take measurements of the magnetic field at 10 sites using a magnetometer-theodolite. For each site, the strength and direction of the magnetic field will be measured. This information will be used to re-determine the position of the north magnetic dip pole. This information is important for producing magnetic charts for Canada and providing information to the Geological Atlas of Canada.
