The South Atlantic Anomaly: Earth's Magnetic Crisis and Its Global Impact
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A growing weak spot in Earth's magnetic field called the South Atlantic Anomaly could cause satellite malfunctions, blackouts, and increased radiation exposure for spacecraft and astronauts, with the anomaly expanding significantly since 2014 due to changes at the Earth's core boundary.
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