Substorm
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Substorm is a noun meaning (astronomy) A phenomenon in which a magnetotail becomes swollen and unstable.
Meaning
(astronomy) A phenomenon in which a magnetotail becomes swollen and unstable.
Example Sentences
At times, however, energy builds up within the magnetic field until it suddenly breaks loose into what is called a substorm, releasing a burst of electrical current that turns the auroras into pulsing red, purple and white colors.
Word Forms
- substorms
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include magnetospheric, storm, stormpath, storm cloud, thundersnow, blizzaster.
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