Plasma physics : (Record no. 4462)

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020 ## - INTERNATIONAL STANDARD BOOK NUMBER
International Standard Book Number 978-3-642-10490-9
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Original cataloging agency DLC
Language of cataloging en
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Classification number DUCE QC718 .P495
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Personal name Piel, A
Fuller form of name Alexander Piel
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Title Plasma physics :
Remainder of title an introduction to laboratory, space, and fusion plasmas /
Statement of responsibility, etc. By Alexander Piel
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Place of publication New York:
Name of publisher Springer,
Date of publication 2010.
300 ## - PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION
Volume, Pages xviii, 398 p. :
Other physical details ill. ;
Dimensions 25 cm.
500 ## - GENERAL NOTE
General note Includes bibliographical references and index
520 ## - ABSTRACT
Summary, etc. This book provides a comprehensive introduction to the fundamental principles and applications of plasma physics, focusing on laboratory, space, and fusion plasmas. It explains plasma as the fourth state of matter and examines its unique properties, including collective behavior, charged particle motion, electromagnetic interactions, and wave phenomena. The text develops the theoretical foundations of plasma dynamics through kinetic theory, fluid descriptions, and magnetohydrodynamics (MHD).<br/><br/>The book explores naturally occurring plasmas in space environments such as the solar wind, planetary magnetospheres, and interstellar media, highlighting their role in astrophysical processes. It also discusses laboratory plasmas used in industrial applications and scientific research, emphasizing experimental techniques and diagnostic methods. A significant portion is devoted to fusion plasmas, covering plasma confinement, stability, heating mechanisms, and the challenges of achieving controlled thermonuclear fusion for energy production.<br/><br/>Combining theoretical concepts with practical examples, the book serves as an accessible resource for undergraduate and graduate students in physics, engineering, and related fields. It bridges the gap between fundamental plasma science and its diverse applications, providing readers with a solid foundation for further study and research in plasma physics.
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Discipline Science
Subject Plasma (Ionized gases)
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Link text http://172.20.27.22:4000/handle/123456789/191
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    Library of Congress Classification     Science Collection DUCE LIBRARY DUCE LIBRARY Science: Shelf QB461.A773 – QC981.T65 06/22/2026   DUCE QC718 .P495 06/22/2026 06/22/2026 Books