Plasma Astrophysics, Part II: Reconnection and Flares

Plasma Astrophysics, Part II: Reconnection and Flares
ISBN-10
0387688943
ISBN-13
9780387688947
Category
Science
Pages
428
Language
English
Published
2007-12-31
Publisher
Springer Science & Business Media
Author
Boris V. Somov

Description

This illustrated monograph explores the fundamentals, current practice, and theoretical perspectives of modern plasma astrophysics. The opening part covers basic principles and practical tools for understanding and working with plasma astrophysics. The second section examines the physics of magnetic reconnection and flares of electromagnetic origin in space plasmas in the solar system, and more. Designed mainly for professional researchers, it will be useful to graduate students in space sciences and geophysics.

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