ISSN:
1420-9136
Keywords:
D-region
;
ionospheric chemistry
;
mesosphere
Source:
Springer Online Journal Archives 1860-2000
Topics:
Geosciences
,
Physics
Notes:
Abstract The most meaningful way to compare observations of the daytimeD-region under all ionization conditions, for the purpose of improving our understanding of this region, would appear to be through use of the effective electron recombination coefficient, Ψ=q/[e]2, whereq is the ionization production rate, and where [e] is the electron concentration. This ratio apparently increases monotonically with decreasing altitude, and is much less variable than its componentsq and [e]. This parameter appears eminently suitable as a best first order solution to [e] after determiningq. For nighttime conditions, Ψ is more sensitive toq. However, an accurate but simple formula exists for the calculation of electron concentrations.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/BF00879819
