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SOLAR
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I. (adjective)
Sense 1
Meaning:
Relating to or derived from the sun or utilizing the energies of the sun
Example:
solar energy
Classified under:
Relational adjectives (pertainyms)
Pertainym:
Sun (the star that is the source of light and heat for the planets in the solar system)
Context examples:
The albedo of the planet increases, reflecting more solar energy back into space.
(Climatic feedback mechanisms, NOAA Paleoclimate Glossary)
In theory, the interaction between the solar wind's energetic particles and atmospheric molecules could explain the GRaND observations.
(Ceres' Geological Activity, Ice Revealed in New Research, NASA)
As such, planetary nebulas allow us a glimpse into the future of our own solar system.
(Hubble Views Final Stages of a Star’s Life, ESA/NASA)
According to the MAVEN data, solar particles that caused the "Christmas lights" penetrated deeply into the Martian atmosphere—sparking auroras less than 100 km from the surface.
(Auroras on Mars, NASA)
Mean solar day occurring as Earth rotates from east to west on its axis.
(Diurnal cycle, NOAA Paleoclimate Glossary)
Called RTGs, the generators are used for such tasks as powering sensors for space missions that don't get enough direct sunlight to power solar panels.
(Harvesting Electrical Power from Waste Heat, The Titi Tudorancea Bulletin)
Cutaneous melanin pigment plays a critical role in camouflage, mimicry, social communication, and protection against harmful effects of solar radiation.
(Melanogenesis Pathway, NCI Thesaurus/KEGG)
Based on the observations, NGTS-1's radius is 0.573±0.077 R☉ (solar radius) and using that value, astronomers calculated its weight to be about 0.598 M☉ (solar mass).
(Astronomers report dwarf star with unexpectedly giant planet, Wikinews)
Also called senile keratosis and solar keratosis.
(Actinic keratosis, NCI Dictionary)
"The resulting batteries and solar cells are also mechanically flexible, and thus can be integrated with flexible electronics." (Source: NSF)
(Materials for the next generation of electronics and photovoltaics, The Titi Tudorancea Bulletin)
