Astronomy and Astrophysics – Astrophysics
Scientific paper
2007-08-15
Astronomy and Astrophysics
Astrophysics
7 pages, 8 figures, accepted in A&A
Scientific paper
10.1051/0004-6361:20077661
Consecutive height series of Ha spectra in solar limb spicules taken on the 53 cm coronagraph of Abastumani Astrophysical Observatory at the heights of 3800-8700 km above the photosphere have been analyzed. The aim is to observe oscillatory phenomena in spicules and consequently to trace wave propagations through the chromosphere. The Discrete Fourier Transform analysis of Ha Doppler shift time series constructed from the observed spectra at each height is used. Doppler velocities of solar limb spicules show oscillations with periods of 20-55 and 75-110 s. There is also the clear evidence of 3-min oscillations at the observed heights. The oscillations can be caused by wave propagations in thin magnetic flux tubes anchored in the photosphere. We suggest the granulation as a possible source for the wave excitation. Observed waves can be used as a tool for spicule seismology; the magnetic field strength in spicules at the height of about 6000 km above the photosphere is estimated as 12-15 G.
Khutsishvili Eldar
Kukhianidze Vasil
Ramishvili Giorgi
Zaqarashvili Teimuraz V.
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