Does A Mangetic Field Have Frequency?

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A magnetic field, such as that of the Earth, does not possess a classical frequency since its properties arise from quantum mechanical spin rather than classical motion. A stationary magnet generates a stationary magnetic field for a stationary observer, similar to how a stationary mass creates a gravitational field. When a magnetic field oscillates, it transforms into an electric field, and an observer in motion will perceive an oscillating field. The discussion highlights the distinction between stationary and oscillating magnetic fields and their interactions with observers. Understanding these concepts is essential for grasping the nature of magnetic fields.
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New Member - I have to say - This site is amazing- Great find, Been reading for hours now and I have come to a question I could not search'n find!

Does a magnetic field (non-electrically generated) have a frequency?

i.e. Earth Magnet

Any info on this topic would be oh so interesting to me.
 
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As I understand, the magnetic properties of an Earth Magnet are caused by Ferromagnetism.
This effect is due to quantum mechanical spin, not classical motion.
So, there's no classical frequency to a magnet.
 
Have you read: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Magnetic_field

there's a LOT there to digest! and note the "SEE ALSO" at the bottom of that reference.

A stationary magnetic produces a stationary magnetic field to a stationary observer analogous to a stationary mass producing a stationary gravitational field; oscillate either and the fields follow suite.
However an oscillating magnetic field tranforms to an electric field. And an oscillating observer will see an oscillating field.
 

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