Study of variation of Magnetic Field around a Palm Tree Using Smartphone Magnetometers: Influence of Height and Distance

Abstract

In this study, the Phyphox software and smartphone magnetometers are used to examine the variation of magnetic fields around the palm tree. In order to minimize external influence, measurements were made along the X, Y, and Z axes at various heights (from the root to 150 cm) and distances (0–4 cm) from the trunk. No people were in the vicinity, and other mobile devices were not allowed in order to prevent disruptions and provide a thorough spatial profile of the magnetic field. Results show that species, root structure, and temperature all affect the strength of the magnetic fields, which are higher at lower altitudes and nearer to the tree. This portable, affordable technique demonstrates the potential of cellphones for environmental, ecological, and geophysical research while providing fresh perspectives on how electromagnetic fields interact with plants. This manuscript provides significant new understandings of the complex relationships between plants and electromagnetic fields. Overall, improvements in accuracy, recalculation time, and computing cost were achieved with favorable outcomes