Abstract The formation of sporadic E layers over the magnetic equator, Thumba can not be explained in terms of the wind shear theory. Results of five rocket flights conducted during night time at Thumba are presented in this paper. It has been observed that sporadic E layers were observed only during March and December months, while during February and April months such layers were not present. It is suggested that these layers are formed due to metallic ions associated with meteor showers.


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    Title :

    Ionisation layers over the magnetic equator during meteor shower days


    Contributors:
    Gupta, S.P. (author)

    Published in:

    Advances in Space Research ; 10 , 10 ; 105-108


    Publication date :

    1990-01-01


    Size :

    4 pages




    Type of media :

    Article (Journal)


    Type of material :

    Electronic Resource


    Language :

    English



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