Heliosphere
noun
The heliosphere is the region of space dominated by the solar wind, which is a stream of charged particles released from the Sun.
The heliosphere acts as a shield against cosmic rays from outside our solar system.
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solar system,solar wind,interstellar medium
noun
The heliosphere is the bubble-like region of space around the Sun where its solar wind is dominant and extends up to where it meets the interstellar medium.
Scientists study the heliosphere to understand its effects on Earth's environment.
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heliospheric current sheet,heliospheric boundary,heliospheric radiation
noun
The heliosphere is the region of space dominated by the solar wind, which is a stream of charged particles released from the Sun.
The heliosphere acts as a shield against cosmic rays from outside our solar system.
Usage tips
Neutral
solar system,solar wind,interstellar medium
noun
The heliosphere is the bubble-like region of space around the Sun where its solar wind is dominant and extends up to where it meets the interstellar medium.
Scientists study the heliosphere to understand its effects on Earth's environment.
Usage tips
Neutral
heliospheric current sheet,heliospheric boundary,heliospheric radiation
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Understanding Solar Activity
The heliosphere's boundaries can expand and contract depending on solar activity.
During solar flares, the heliosphere expands more than usual.
Pro Tip 2/3Cosmic Ray Shielding
The heliosphere serves as a protective barrier against cosmic rays.
Astronauts outside of the heliosphere are at greater risk from cosmic radiation.
Pro Tip 3/3Interaction with Interstellar Medium
The heliosphere is constantly interacting with the surrounding interstellar medium.
Research is ongoing about how the heliosphere affects space weather.
Pro Tip 1/3Understanding Solar Activity
The heliosphere's boundaries can expand and contract depending on solar activity.
During solar flares, the heliosphere expands more than usual.
Pro Tip 2/3Cosmic Ray Shielding
The heliosphere serves as a protective barrier against cosmic rays.
Astronauts outside of the heliosphere are at greater risk from cosmic radiation.
Pro Tip 3/3Interaction with Interstellar Medium
The heliosphere is constantly interacting with the surrounding interstellar medium.
Research is ongoing about how the heliosphere affects space weather.
Pro Tip 1/3Understanding Solar Activity
The heliosphere's boundaries can expand and contract depending on solar activity.
During solar flares, the heliosphere expands more than usual.
Pro Tip 2/3Cosmic Ray Shielding
The heliosphere serves as a protective barrier against cosmic rays.
Astronauts outside of the heliosphere are at greater risk from cosmic radiation.
Pro Tip 3/3Interaction with Interstellar Medium
The heliosphere is constantly interacting with the surrounding interstellar medium.
Research is ongoing about how the heliosphere affects space weather.
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