D layer
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Tweet n. The lowest region of the ionosphere during the day, extending from about 40 to 65 kilometers (25 to 40 miles) above the earth. The D layer absorbs high frequency radio waves, and may completely disappear at night. Also called D region. Also called D region. |
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