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Explore the intricacies of Mercury's magnetic field in this comprehensive 1-hour and 5-minute lecture from the 2014 Fall Meeting of the American Geophysical Union (AGU). Delivered as part of the Geomagnetism and Paleomagnetism section's Bullard Lecture series, delve into the latest research findings presented by C. L. Johnson from the Department of Earth, Ocean and Atmospheric Sciences at the University of British Columbia. Gain insights into the unique characteristics of Mercury's magnetosphere, its interaction with the solar wind, and the implications for our understanding of planetary magnetic fields in the solar system. Discover how data from recent space missions has revolutionized our knowledge of this enigmatic planet's magnetic properties and internal structure.