geomagnetic storm
(disturbance in Earth's magnetosphere)
A geomagnetic storm is a short-term disruption of the magnetic field
surrounding Earth, i.e., a temporary change from its usual
state, typically returning to normal in a few days. Such storms
are invariably from influence of the Sun, and can be thought
of as a solar storm that specifically affects the Earth's
magnetic field, e.g., due to solar activity such as
a coronal mass ejection, etc.
Such storms can affect radio communication, power, satellites,
etc., and often include auroras.
(Earth,Sun,magnetism,disturbance,event type)
Further reading:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Geomagnetic_storm
https://astronomy.swin.edu.au/cosmos/g/geomagnetic+storms
https://www.britannica.com/science/geomagnetic-storm
https://www.swpc.noaa.gov/phenomena/geomagnetic-storms
https://www.weather.gov/safety/space-storm-types
https://www.usgs.gov/faqs/what-magnetic-storm
https://www.usgs.gov/faqs/what-are-hazards-magnetic-storms
https://www.maine.gov/mema/maine-prepares/preparedness-library/geomagnetic-storms
Referenced by pages:
1947 sunspot
Carrington event
solar storm
Sun surface features
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