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Van Allen

Definition:

The Van Allen refers to the two radiation belts surrounding the Earth, known as the Van Allen radiation belts. These belts are made up of charged particles trapped by the Earth's magnetic field.

Parts of Speech:

• Noun

Senses/Usages:

1. Van Allen Radiation Belts: A pair of concentric regions of charged particles surrounding the Earth, divided into the inner and outer Van Allen belts.

Sample Sentences:

1. The Van Allen radiation belts protect the Earth from harmful particles from the Sun.
2. The spacecraft had to navigate through the Van Allen belts to reach its destination in space.

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