What is Ionization, in the context of Skywave Radio Propagation?
Ionization is the process by which an atom or molecule gains or loses an electron, resulting in the formation of a negative or positive charge.
Solar EUV radiation, for example, ionizes molecules in the ionosphere, allowing skywave radio propagation.
Multi-refractions lead to a "reflection" by the ionosphere
What effect does ionization have on HF radio propagation?
See also the HF radio propagation index.
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- What is Ionization? Wikipedia
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