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From ‘macro’ to ‘micro’ – turbulence seen by Cluster

10 August 2005

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Artist's impression of the micro vortices observed in the Northern magnetic cusp by Cluster. It is the first time ever that such phenomenon is observed in space.

Credits: ESA

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Area of turbulence in the Northern magnetic cusp

Magnetic turbulence are mainly created where the solar wind - a constant flow of charged pareticles generated by the Sun - can directly access the magnetosphere, the natural magnetic shield that surrounds and protects our planet. Cluster is studying these phenomena in 3D.

Credits: ESA

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