IONOSPHERE

ionosphere

(noun) the outer region of the Earth’s atmosphere; contains a high concentration of free electrons

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Noun

ionosphere (plural ionospheres)

The part of the Earth's atmosphere beginning at an altitude of about 50 kilometers (31 miles) and extending outward 500 kilometers (310 miles) or more.

The similar region of the atmosphere of another planet.

Source: Wiktionary



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Word of the Day

23 November 2024

THEORETICAL

(adjective) concerned primarily with theories or hypotheses rather than practical considerations; “theoretical science”


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Coffee Trivia

According to Guinness World Records, the largest coffee press is 230 cm (7 ft 6 in) in height and 72 cm (2 ft 4 in) in diameter and was created by Salzillo Tea and Coffee (Spain) in Murcia, Spain, in February 2007. The cafetière consists of a stainless steel container, a filtering piston, and a superior lid.

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