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They can shield the surface of the planet from alpha and beta particle emissions from local stellar bodies. | They can shield the surface of the planet from alpha and beta particle emissions from local stellar bodies. | ||
− | By protecting the atmosphere, they maintain the surface pressure at a level consistent with the planets size, which in turn may prevent water or other liquids from sublimating to a gas. | + | By protecting the atmosphere, they maintain the surface pressure at a level consistent with the planets size, which in turn may prevent water or other liquids from sublimating to a gas. '''So small to medium wet planets would usually have a strong magnetic field.''' |
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In short, a healthy magnetic field protects the planet, its atmosphere, and it's inhabitants. | In short, a healthy magnetic field protects the planet, its atmosphere, and it's inhabitants. |