Myths and Magnetic Fields

Animation created by B. Hilton , made available through the Badger Animated Gif Gallery

Riding Magnetic Field Lines

According to legend, the Chinese dragon was able to fly by riding the Earth's magnetic field lines. This dragon was not mean-spirited or fearsome but often friendly, bringing you good luck and good fortune.

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