Symmetrical Magnetic Reconnection (IMAGE) Southwest Research Institute Caption Behind Earth, away from the Moon, magnetic reconnection occurs symmetrically. This simulation shows particles traveling away from the site of reconnection equally in both directions, confined by the red magnetic field lines. Credit Image Courtesy of Michael Hesse/NASA Goddard/Joy Ng Usage Restrictions Images/videos may be used by the media and the public for educational and informational purposes only. License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.