Shadow bands

{
  "id": "MLC-T-MET-008817",
  "term": "Shadow bands",
  "field": "Meteorology and atmospheric science",
  "definition": "Wavy, alternating light and dark bands that can be observed on the ground or on surfaces just before and after a total solar eclipse. These atmospheric phenomena are caused by the refraction of sunlight through turbulent layers in the Earth's atmosphere. They are a fleeting visual effect, lasting only a few seconds.",
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/shadow-bands/"
}