geomagnetic storm

noun

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If such an eruption occurs and is accompanied by a CME, Earth could experience strong geomagnetic storms, which may lead to disruptions in radio communications, satellite operations, and GPS systems, but also enhance the chances of breathtaking auroras. Daisy Dobrijevic, Space.com, 1 Apr. 2025 This is when peak northern lights activity will occur Another strong geomagnetic storm in November made the auroras visible even in light-polluted cities like New York City. Julia Jacobo, ABC News, 27 Mar. 2025 For context, the geomagnetic storm on May 10, 2024, was rated a G5, the most powerful since 2003. Jamie Carter, Forbes, 25 Mar. 2025 These interactions can amplify the impact of the CMEs on Earth’s magnetic field, sometimes creating geomagnetic storms. Shirsh Lata Soni, JSTOR Daily, 13 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for geomagnetic storm

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First Known Use

1941, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of geomagnetic storm was in 1941

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“Geomagnetic storm.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/geomagnetic%20storm. Accessed 10 Apr. 2025.

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