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Magnetic Fields in Diffuse Media
. Ed(S): Lazarian, Alexander; Melioli, Claudio
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Description for Magnetic Fields in Diffuse Media
Paperback. Editor(s): Lazarian, Alexander; Melioli, Claudio. Series: Astrophysics and Space Science Library. Num Pages: 641 pages, 84 black & white illustrations, 111 colour illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: 3JM; PGC; PHFP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 33. Weight in Grams: 973.
This volume presents the current knowledge of magnetic fields in diffuse astrophysical media. Starting with an overview of 21st century instrumentation to observe astrophysical magnetic fields, the chapters cover observational techniques, origin of magnetic fields, magnetic turbulence, basic processes in magnetized fluids, the role of magnetic fields for cosmic rays, in the interstellar medium and for star formation. Written by a group of leading experts the book represents an excellent overview of the field. Nonspecialists will find sufficient background to enter the field and be able to appreciate the state of the art.
This volume presents the current knowledge of magnetic fields in diffuse astrophysical media. Starting with an overview of 21st century instrumentation to observe astrophysical magnetic fields, the chapters cover observational techniques, origin of magnetic fields, magnetic turbulence, basic processes in magnetized fluids, the role of magnetic fields for cosmic rays, in the interstellar medium and for star formation. Written by a group of leading experts the book represents an excellent overview of the field. Nonspecialists will find sufficient background to enter the field and be able to appreciate the state of the art.
Product Details
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Publisher
Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Germany
Number of pages
641
Condition
New
Series
Astrophysics and Space Science Library
Number of Pages
623
Place of Publication
Berlin, Germany
ISBN
9783662507223
SKU
V9783662507223
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99-15
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