The range of radiofrequencies that are not reflected by the ionosphere but pass straight through it. The radio window extends from about 300 gigahertz to about 15 megahertz (approximate wavelength range: 1 mm to 20 m). The effect of the ionosphere is still noticeable up to 100 MHz but decreases as the radiofrequency is increased. At frequencies above 10 GHz heavy rain can severely affect transmission.
High-frequency television broadcasts fall within the radio window and long-distance television communication therefore requires the use of communications satellites as reflectors. Radio astronomy is also restricted to this frequency range.