**Scientists Confirm Earth's Core Reversal: What This Means for Our Planet**

 **Earth's Inner Core Rotation: New Findings and Implications**

Recent research has confirmed that the rotation of Earth's inner core has been slowing down, even reversing direction in recent years. This inner core, a solid metal ball deep within the Earth, rotates independently from the rest of the planet, and understanding its movements has been a long-standing scientific challenge.

Danish seismologist Inge Lehmann discovered the inner core in 1936. Since then, scientists have studied seismic waves from earthquakes to measure changes in the core’s rotation. The latest findings, published in the journal *Nature* on June 12, 2024, support the theory that the core’s rotation follows a 70-year cycle of speeding up and slowing down. According to Dr. John Vidale, a leading scientist from the University of Southern California, the core is currently moving backward relative to the mantle.

The interaction between the inner and outer core plays a crucial role in generating Earth's magnetic field, which protects the planet from harmful solar radiation. While the slowdown's direct effects on the magnetic field and day length are minor, this research enhances our understanding of Earth's deep interior and its complex dynamics.

Further studies and advanced methodologies are needed to fully unravel the mysteries of the inner core's behavior and its broader implications for our planet.