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sky glow

 

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Noun sky glow has 1 sense
  1. sky glow - illumination of the night sky in urban areas
    --1 is a kind of
    glow

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Sky Glow

Description:

Sky glow refers to the brightening of the night sky caused by artificial lighting. It is a phenomenon that occurs when excessive light is emitted into the atmosphere, resulting in the illumination of the sky and reducing the visibility of stars and other celestial objects.

Sample Sentences:

1. The city's sky glow made it difficult to observe the constellations in the night sky.

2. The installation of shielded lights can help minimize sky glow and preserve the natural beauty of the starry sky.

3. Astronomers are worried about the increasing sky glow, which hampers their ability to conduct accurate observations.

4. The concept of dark sky parks aims to combat sky glow and provide areas where people can enjoy unobstructed views of the stars.

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