Geomagnetic polarity time scale

{
  "id": "MLC-T-OAG-001674",
  "term": "Geomagnetic polarity time scale",
  "field": "Oil and gas",
  "definition": "A chronological sequence of reversals in the Earth's magnetic field, established by dating the magnetic signatures preserved in rocks. This scale provides a high-resolution dating tool for sedimentary and volcanic rocks, particularly useful for correlating marine sediments and oceanic crust. It is a key component of geochronology, aiding in the dating of hydrocarbon-bearing strata.",
  "subject": "Geology",
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/oil-and-gas/geomagnetic-polarity-time-scale/"
}