Meaning of the word "magnetic storm" in English

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magnetic storm

US /mæɡˈnet.ɪk stɔːrm/
UK /mæɡˈnet.ɪk stɔːrm/
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Noun

1.

a temporary disturbance of the Earth's magnetosphere caused by a solar wind shock wave and/or cloud of magnetic field which interacts with the Earth's magnetic field

Example:
A strong magnetic storm can disrupt satellite communications.
Scientists are monitoring the effects of the recent magnetic storm on power grids.
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