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Red Sprite Flashes

Brook Clearwater

Übersetzer A AI

Verlag: Publifye

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Red Sprite Flashes explores the fascinating and relatively new area of transient luminous events (TLEs), focusing specifically on red sprites that occur high above thunderstorms. These fleeting electrical discharges challenge existing knowledge of Earth's atmospheric electricity and have only been captured on video since 1989. 

 
The book details how red sprites are linked to powerful lightning strikes and the resulting electric field disturbances in the mesosphere. Further, it examines their potential chemical impacts on the upper atmosphere, including altering ozone concentrations, highlighting the importance of TLE study for a more complete understanding of atmospheric dynamics.

 
 The book progresses from the basic principles of atmospheric electricity to detailed analyses of sprite morphology, spectra, and altitude distribution. Subsequent chapters delve into the physics behind sprite formation, considering electric fields, ionization processes, and atmospheric composition.

 
 By combining observational data with theoretical models, Red Sprite Flashes argues that red sprites are integral components of the global electric circuit, influencing atmospheric chemistry and potentially affecting climate.

 
 Ultimately, this book demonstrates how the study of red sprites connects atmospheric physics, electrical engineering, plasma physics, and space science. It emphasizes the interconnectedness of Earth's atmospheric layers and their interactions with space, providing a comprehensive overview of sprite research and its broader implications for understanding atmospheric change and space weather.
Verfügbar seit: 01.05.2025.
Drucklänge: 64 Seiten.

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