Astronomy and Astrophysics – Astrophysics
Scientific paper
May 1993
adsabs.harvard.edu/cgi-bin/nph-data_query?bibcode=1993ppcn.conf..131m&link_type=abstract
In ESA, Fourth International Toki Conference on Plasma Physics and Controlled Nuclear Fusion p 131-136 (SEE N94-22624 05-75)
Astronomy and Astrophysics
Astrophysics
Astrophysics, Dense Plasmas, Space Plasmas, X Ray Sources, Ionization, Magnetohydrodynamic Stability, Plasma Control, Plasma Heating, Thermal Radiation
Scientific paper
Thermal properties of astrophysical plasmas are discussed in view of atomic processes responsible for thermal emission. The collisional ionization process in heating/recombining is described and a characteristic time scale for a plasma to reach an ionization equilibrium is derived. The case of shock heating by the interactions of supersonic stellar winds or supernovae with the ambient matter is considered. The case of ultraviolet or X-ray irradiated plasma is presented as examples of recombining condition. The effect of ionizing/recombining condition on iron K-line emission processes is described. The difference from a plasma nearly in an ionization equilibrium as in the case of solar flare or magneto confined plasmas is important for understanding the thermal properties of astrophysical plasmas or background physics. Thermal properties of various X-ray sources in view of emission processes are summarized.
No associations
LandOfFree
Thermal properties and radiation processes in astrophysical plasmas 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 Thermal properties and radiation processes in astrophysical plasmas, we encourage you to share that experience with our LandOfFree.com community. Your opinion is very important and Thermal properties and radiation processes in astrophysical plasmas will most certainly appreciate the feedback.
Profile ID: LFWR-SCP-O-1684534