Plasma Astrophysics, Part II: Reconnection and Flares

Plasma Astrophysics, Part II: Reconnection and Flares
ISBN-10
1441922458
ISBN-13
9781441922458
Category
Science
Pages
428
Language
English
Published
2010-10-22
Publisher
Springer
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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