Does the Earth Have a Frequency?

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The Earth does have a frequency, primarily identified through Schumann resonances, which are electromagnetic waves in the Earth's ionosphere. These resonances occur due to lightning-induced currents and create a waveguide between the ground and the ionosphere. The fundamental frequency is approximately 7.83 Hz, with additional peaks at 14.3, 20.8, 27.3, and 33.8 Hz. Additionally, tectonic activity and earthquakes contribute to the Earth's vibrational characteristics. Understanding these frequencies provides insights into the Earth's structure and behavior.
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This is probably a dumb question but I was wondering if the Earth had a frequency. I would think with such a massive object there would be a certain background vibration from tectonic plates moving around.
 
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Yes - and the vibrations from earthquakes and such tell us about the structure of the earth
 
cool. Does it vibrate at a certain frequency or is it just random?
 
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That's a great link, Mr. Special. I don't currently have time to peruse it, but will in the near future.
 
The first part to your question "I was wondering if the Earth had a frequency" can also be answered from an electromagnetic standpoint. Schumann resonances are frequencies in the EM field of the earth. Essentially, the ground the ionosphere create a waveguide and is excited by current induced from lighting. The peaks are at 7.83, 14.3, 20.8, 27.3 and 33.8 Hz.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Schumann_resonances
 

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