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ROTATIONAL DISCONTINUITY [1 record]

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Record 1 2002-11-05

English

Subject field(s)
  • Astrophysics and Cosmography
  • Electromagnetic Radiation
CONT

The variability of the magnetopause prevents an immediate analysis of the polarization (magnetic field angle) of the magnetopause. The sense of the rotation through magnetopause crossings by the ISEE satellites can be compared with theoretical predictions for rotational discontinuities.

Key term(s)
  • rotational discontinuity

French

Domaine(s)
  • Astrophysique et cosmographie
  • Rayonnements électromagnétiques
Key term(s)
  • discontinuité rotationnelle

Spanish

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