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The Le Champ Excursion: Nature's Magnetic Shift

This chapter explores the Le Champ Excursion, a significant magnetic pole reversal that occurred around 42,000 years ago, and its profound impact on Earth's climate and biodiversity. It discusses how this event led to environmental shifts, including ozone layer damage and increased UV radiation, while highlighting the potential implications for future magnetic reversals.

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