| PHYS5562 Astrophysical Plasma | |
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Basic concepts in plasma physics will be discussed, such as plasma waves, shocks, instabilities, turbulence, and magnetic reconnection. In addition, the concepts will be illustrated by astronomical phenomena, such as solar flares, cosmic rays, and interstellar turbulence.
Prof. Hua-bai Li [ Webpage ]
Tue. 4:30 pm - 6:15 pm (Y.C. Liang Hall 101)
Thu. 4:30 pm - 6:15 pm (Science Centre L3)
1. Fundamentals of Plasma Physics by Paul M. Bellan
2. Introduction to Plasma Physics: With Space, Laboratory and Astrophysical Applications by Donald A. Gurnett & Amitava Bhattacharjee
3. The Physics of Astrophysics Volume II: Gas Dynamics by Frank Shu
Mid-term Exam. - 45%
Final Exam. - 45%
HW - 10%
1. Vlasov, two-fluid and MHD models
2. Plasma waves
3. MHD shocks
4. Instabilities
5. Magnetic reconnection
6. Turbulence