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Kennelly-Heaviside layer en · NOUN

Etymology

Named after Arthur E. Kennelly and Oliver Heaviside.

Meanings

  1. A layer of ionized gas occurring between roughly 90–150 km (56–93 mi) above the ground. It reflects medium-frequency radio waves, and thus enables them to be propagated beyond the horizon.

Forms

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Kennelly-Heaviside layers Number=Plur lexicographic

Synonyms

Heaviside layer · E region