Introduction to the ionosphere and magnetosphere

Book · Fri Dec 31 23:00:00 EST 1971

OSTI ID:4006948

Ratcliffe, J A

Processes involved in the formation of the ionosphere and magnetosphere are discussed. The nature of the ionospheric layers and phenomena such as geomagnetism, ionospheric currents, ionospheric storms, and solar disturbances are covered. A treatment of the principles governing collisions, diffusion, movements of charged particles in magnetic fields, and electromagnetic, hydromagnetic, and electro-acoustic waves is also included. The remaining portion of the book deals with experimental methods using radio waves and space vehicles. 176 refs. (BJG)

• Research Organization: Originating Research Org. not identified
• NSA Number: NSA-33-027131
• OSTI ID: 4006948
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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*MAGNETOSPHERE
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MAGNETIC STORMS
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SOLAR ACTIVITY
SOLAR RADIATION
SOUND WAVES
SPACE VEHICLES