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plasmasphere [′plaz·mə‚sfir] (geophysics) A region of relatively dense, cold plasma surrounding the earth and extending out to altitudes of approximately 2 to 6 earth radii, composed predominantly of electrons and protons, with thermal energies not exceeding several electronvolts. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Another IMAGE device has taken the first global picture of the electrically charged layer, called the plasmasphere, that extends into space from Earth's upper atmosphere. Goldstein, 35, is a space physicist specializing in the structure and dynamics of the Earth's plasmasphere. The plasmasphere is contained within the magnetosphere. |
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