E region


noun
  1. the region of the ionosphere in which the E layer forms.

Origin of E region

1
First recorded in 1935–40

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British Dictionary definitions for E region

E region

noun
  1. a region of the ionosphere, extending from a height of 90 to about 150 kilometres. It reflects radio waves of medium wavelength: Also called: Heaviside layer, Kennelly-Heaviside layer See also ionosphere

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Scientific definitions for E region

E region

  1. The region of the ionosphere that lies approximately 90 to 150 km (56 to 93 mi) above the Earth's surface. This region may affect long-distance communications because it influences radio waves in the 1-3 megahertz range. Also called E layer Heaviside layer Compare D region F region.

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