ENGLISH

Plasma Astrophysics

By Boris V. Somov (auth.)

Book information

Publisher
Springer New York
Year
2007
ISBN
978-0-387-34948-0, 978-0-387-68894-7
DOI
10.1007/978-0-387-68894-7
Language
english
Format
PDF
Filesize
10 MB (10294690 bytes)
Series
Astrophysics and Space Science Library 341
Pages
XII, 428 p. 78 illus., 4 illus. in color.\860
Orientation
yes
Scanned
yes
Time added
2013-08-01 04:00:00
Astrophysics;Atoms and Molecules in Strong FieldsPlasma Physics;Extraterrestrial PhysicsSpace Sciences;Astronomy

Description

This well-illustrated monograph is devoted to classic fundamentals, current practice, and perspectives of modern plasma astrophysics. The first part is unique in covering all the basic principles and practical tools required for understanding and working in plasma astrophysics. The second part presents the physics of magnetic reconnection and flares of electromagnetic origin in space plasmas within the solar system; single and double stars, relativistic objects, accretion disks, and their coronae are also covered. This book is designed mainly for professional researchers in astrophysics. However, it will also be interesting and useful to graduate students in space sciences, geophysics, as well as advanced students in applied physics and mathematics seeking a unified view of plasma physics and fluid mechanics.

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