terrestrial radiation

noun

, Physics.

1. long-wave electromagnetic radiation in the form of heat emitted from the earth's surface and atmosphere.

terrestrial radiation

1. Long-wave electromagnetic radiation originating from Earth and its atmosphere. It is the radiation emitted by naturally radioactive materials on Earth including uranium, thorium, and radon.

Example Sentences

Both stations were in positions where the effects of solar and terrestrial radiation were minimised.

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Because of the persistence of terrestrial radiation, we have the coldest weather of the year with the ascending sun.

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