ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Helioseismology

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Helioseismology is a noun meaning The study of the propagation of pressure waves in the Sun.

Meaning

The study of the propagation of pressure waves in the Sun.

Example Sentences

Helioseismology provides unique information about the global dynamics of the Sun and local flows in active regions in the upper convection zone.
Helioseismology, like terrestrial seismology, provides information about the interior of the body under study by using observations of slight motions on the surface.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include heliophysics, heliogeomagnetics, heliomagnetism, helicon, photoheating, seismism.

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