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Hollerbach, Rainer

The Magnetic Universe: Geophysical and Astrophysical Dynamo Theory

Hollerbach, Rainer - The Magnetic Universe: Geophysical and Astrophysical Dynamo Theory, ebook

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Magnetism is one of the most pervasive features of the Universe, with planets, stars and entire galaxies all having associated magnetic fields. All of these fields are generated by the motion of electrically conducting fluids, the so-called dynamo effect. The precise details of what drives the motion, and indeed what the fluid consists of, differ widely though. In this work the authors draw upon their expertise in geophysical and astrophysical MHD to explore some of these phenomena, and describe the similarities and differences between different magnetized objects. They also explain why magnetic fields are crucial in the formation of the stars, and discuss promising experiments currently being designed to study some of the relevant physics in the laboratory. This interdisciplinary approach makes the book appealing to a wide audience in physics, astrophysics and geophysics.

Keywords: SCIENCE / Astronomy SCI004000

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Publisher
John Wiley and Sons, Inc.
Publication year
2006
Language
en
Edition
1
Page amount
343 pages
Category
Natural Sciences
Format
Ebook
eISBN (PDF)
9783527605002
Printed ISBN
9783527404094

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