Heliosphere (Noun)
Meaning
The region inside the heliopause containing the sun and solar system.
Classification
Nouns denoting spatial position.
Examples
- Scientists study the heliosphere to better understand the influence of solar winds on our solar system.
- The heliopause marks the boundary between the heliosphere and interstellar space.
- The Voyager 1 spacecraft crossed the heliopause, exiting the heliosphere in 2012.
- Astronomers are still exploring the outer reaches of the heliosphere to determine its exact size.
- The sun is at the center of our heliosphere, emitting solar winds that shape the surrounding space.