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https://doi.org/10.5194/acp-25-9183-2025
https://doi.org/10.5194/acp-25-9183-2025
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25 Aug 2025
Research article |  | 25 Aug 2025

Quantitative analysis of nighttime effects of radiation belt energetic electron precipitation on the D-region ionosphere during lower solar activity periods

Xuan Dong, Shufan Zhao, Li Liao, Wei Xu, Ruilin Lin, Xiaojing Sun, Shengyang Huang, Yatong Cui, Jinlei Li, Hengxin Lu, and Xuhui Shen

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Energetic electron precipitation (EEP) from the magnetosphere into the Earth's atmosphere can significantly alter the electron density in the D-region ionosphere, impacting its reflective properties and the effectiveness of low-frequency radio wave transmission. A comprehensive understanding of the influence of EEP on the D-region ionosphere can enhance predictive models of ionospheric behavior and mitigate the impacts of space weather.
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