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Satellite and rocket measurements of auroral electrons (which have been made since Brown's (1966) and Pfister's (1967) papers have appeared) are reviewed, and the salient characteristics of auroral electrons which emerge from all types of measurements are summarized. Effects of the atmosphere on the energy distribution of electron fluxes are discussed. Ionization rates associated with typical fluxes are derived. Observable effects produced in the atmosphere and the fate of auroral electrons are briefly described.

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This paper does not discuss the role of auroral protons (or α particles). A recent review on the subject has been given by Eather (1967).

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Rees, M.H. Auroral electrons. Space Sci Rev 10, 413–441 (1969). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF00203621

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