The
magnetosphere shields the surface of the Earth from the charged particles of the
solar wind. It is compressed on the day (Sun) side due to the force of the arriving particles, and extended on the night side. (Image not to scale.) Wikepedia.
Dear Michael:
Here we may have a
('familiar' - not entirely recognized, relatively localized, ostensibly dramatic) variation on a theme of
aether as electromagnetic radiation bridge, as well as an altogether palpable force that keeps the earth - and other planets - in orbit; preventing same from spiraling into the orbital - solar systematic - locus.
(May it be said that the Sun's 'rays' have a purchase on the earth, and conversely... )
(Note that gravity - action-at-a-distance - is a <5 & 6 dimensional, electromagnetic>
pushing/repelling force here, also...)
Thanks for your interest - and your British inspiration.
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Best regards,
- RP
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