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... Measurements of the recombination coefficient yield a value of about 1.4 X 10 - 6 cm3/sec for aged atmospheric ions at STP (Nolan, 1943~. The movement of ions in an electric field gives rise to the electrical conductivity of the atmosphere.
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  • electric field
  • electrical conductivity
  • ionization rate
  • electrode effect
  • atmospheric electricity

  • upper atmosphere
  • aerosol particles
  • cubic centimeter


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