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Observations and Variability of Near-Surface Atmospheric Electric Fields across Multiple Stations

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: The near-surface atmospheric electrostatic field plays a pivotal role in comprehending the global atmospheric circuit model and its influence on climate change. Prior to delving into the intricate interplay between solar activities, geological activities, and atmospheric electric field, a comprehensive examination of the diurnal fair atmospheric electric field’s baseline curve within a specific region is essential. Based on the atmospheric electric field network monitoring in Yunnan Province in the year 2022, this study systematically investigated the distribution of the atmospheric electric field under both fair-weather and disturbed weather conditions at a quadrilateral array encompassing Chuxiong Station, Mouding Station, Lufeng Station, and Dali Station. The primary focus was on elucidating the variations in the daily variation curves of fair atmospheric electric fields and conducting a comparative analysis with the Carnegie curves. The possible reasons for the differences among them are also discussed in this study, but more observational evidence is required to confirm the specific causes in the future.

Source: Atmosphere

DOI: 10.3390/atmos15010124

Authors: Wen Li, Zhibin Sun, Zhaoai Yan, Zhongsong Ma

Institutions: Chinese Academy of Sciences, National Space Science Center, University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, State Key Laboratory of Space Weather, Technology and Engineering Center for Space Utilization

Language: English

Topic: Lightning and Electromagnetic Phenomena

Subfield: Astronomy and Astrophysics

Field: Physics and Astronomy

Domain: Physical Sciences

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $2,728

Funders: Chinese Academy of Sciences, National Key Research and Development Program of China