On the charge polarization of cosmic systems

Details On the charge polarization of cosmic systems On the charge polarization of cosmic systems

Apr 1979

adsabs.harvard.edu/cgi-bin/nph-data_query?bibcode=1979apj...229..679b&link_type=abstract

Astrophysical Journal, Part 1, vol. 229, Apr. 15, 1979, p. 679-681.

Other

Cosmic Plasma, Electric Charge, Intergalactic Media, Magnetohydrostatics, Polarization (Charge Separation), Stellar Winds, Charged Particles, Electric Fields, Gravitational Fields, Interstellar Gas, Linear Polarization, Particle Flux Density

Scientific paper

The positive electric charge density associated with the internal electric fields of self-gravitating systems in hydrostatic equilibrium can be canceled by nearby external flowing plasmas, such as winds. For example, it can be shown that the positive electric charge of a star is likely to be completely screened by its stellar wind. Because winds and other nonstatic phenomena are widespread, the electrical polarization due to the positive charge on static systems such as stars should occur on relatively local scales, in contrast to the universal scale recently suggested by Bally and Harrison. The latter viewpoint would be correct only if the entire universe were in strict hydrostatic equilibrium.

Affiliated with

Also associated with

No associations

Rating

On the charge polarization of cosmic systems does not yet have a rating. At this time, there are no reviews or comments for this scientific paper.

If you have personal experience with On the charge polarization of cosmic systems, we encourage you to share that experience with our LandOfFree.com community. Your opinion is very important and On the charge polarization of cosmic systems will most certainly appreciate the feedback.

Rate now

Comments { 0 }

Profile ID: LFWR-SCP-O-1435280