↑ What is Recombination in Skywave Radio Propagation?

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by Doron Tal, 4X4XM

Recombination is the process by which a positive ion (atom or molecule) captures a free electron and becomes neutral.

Recombination Illustration

Solar EUV radiation ionizes molecules in the ionosphere, enabling skywave radio propagation.

What effect does recombination have on HF radio propagation?
Recombination reduces the ionosphere's ability to reflect HF radio waves back to Earth by neutralizing ions.


    Reference:
  1. What is plasma recombination? Wikipedia

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