Intensity modulation of the nightsky continuum by long-period waves
Abstract
Simultaneous measurements of nightglow intensities by a zenith photometer and an IF spectrometer are examined. Variations of the continuum in the blue region (375-474 nm), OH emission, and molecular oxygen emission are compared. It is shown that emissions in various regions of the atmosphere are modulated by large-scale wave processes connected with solar thermal tides.
- Publication:
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Geomagnetism and Aeronomy
- Pub Date:
- June 1989
- Bibcode:
- 1989Ge&Ae..29..518A
- Keywords:
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- Atmospheric Optics;
- Continuous Radiation;
- Luminescence;
- Night Sky;
- Solar Terrestrial Interactions;
- Hydroxyl Emission;
- Infrared Spectrometers;
- Luminous Intensity;
- Visible Spectrum;
- Winter