isogyre

/aɪˈsɒɡaɪər/

Definitions

1. noun

A line of equal intensity in a spectrum, especially one formed by the intersection of two sun spectra.

“The scientists studied the isogyre to analyze the properties of the sun’s spectrum.”

2. noun

A line or plane of equal magnetic field strength, especially in a magnetic field produced by two opposing poles.

“The researchers mapped the isogyre to understand the magnetic field of the Earth.”

Synonyms

  • isoline
  • spectrum
  • spectrum line

Antonyms

  • spectrum gap