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Bow Shock, Foreshock & Magnetosheath
- Because the solar wind flow is supersonic, a bow wave is formed in front of the Earth's magnetosphere.
- Flow is slowed, heated and deflected around magnetic obstacle.
- Much like the bow wave in front of a fast boat.
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