Does Radio Wave Efficiency Improve During Nighttime Tropospheric Enhancement?

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Radio waves do not exhibit changes in efficiency based on the time of day. However, radio signals can be received over greater distances at night due to atmospheric conditions. This phenomenon is related to "Tropospheric Enhancement," which affects signal propagation. The discussion highlights that nighttime conditions can improve signal reception rather than the efficiency of the waves themselves. Understanding these factors is crucial for optimizing radio communication.
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...efficently at night time? :zzz:
 
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xhm100 said:
...efficently at night time? :zzz:

Radio waves do not work more efficiently or less efficiently depending on the time of day. You probably mean "why can radio signals be picked up at greater distances at nighttime than during the day?"
 
See also the section "Tropospheric Enhancement" at

http://home.cogeco.ca/~vem3ont22/propagation/tr-modes.htm
 
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