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long wave
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long wave [′lȯŋ ¦wāv]
(communications)
An electromagnetic wave having a wavelength longer than the longest broadcast-band wavelength of about 545 meters, corresponding to frequencies below about 550 kilohertz.
(meteorology)
With regard to atmospheric circulation, a wave in the major belt of westerlies which is characterized by large length (thousands of kilometers) and significant amplitude; the wavelength is typically longer than that of the rapidly moving individual cyclonic and anticyclonic disturbances of the lower troposphere. Also known as major wave; planetary wave.


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The glass has an additional low-E coating comprised of an invisible metallic coating, which reflects long-wave radiation.
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Like the company's well-known Wave-scan DOI model, this new instrument measures long-wave and short-wave surface irregularities.
 
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