Phenomenon
Magnetosphere
A planet's magnetic shield against the solar wind.
The region around a planet dominated by its magnetic field, deflecting the solar wind and trapping charged particles in radiation belts.
Overview
The region around a planet dominated by its magnetic field, deflecting the solar wind and trapping charged particles in radiation belts.
See also
Aurora (Northern/Southern Lights)
Solar wind painting the upper atmosphere.
Stellar Flare
A sudden magnetic eruption on a star.
Solar Flare
A sudden explosive release of solar energy.
Elongation
An inner planet's angular distance from the Sun.
Axial Precession
The slow wobble of a planet's rotation axis.
Synchrotron Radiation
Electromagnetic radiation from spiralling charges.