magnetic storm

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Definition of magnetic storm

: a marked temporary disturbance of the earth's magnetic field held to be related to sunspots

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The magnetic storm effect is global, however, whereas the rocket effect is regional. — Eric Berger, Ars Technica, "SpaceX launch last year punched huge, temporary hole in the ionosphere," 22 Mar. 2018

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