Magnetic Fields in Diffuse Media
Publisher: Springer Berlin / Heidelberg
Published: 2014
Language: eng
Number of pages: 623
ISBN-13: 9783662446249
Subjects: Magnetic fields
Description: This volume presents the current knowledge of magnetic fields in diffuse astrophysical media. Starting with an overview of 21st century instrumentation to observe astrophysical magnetic fields, the chapters cover observational techniques, origin of magnetic fields, magnetic turbulence, basic processes in magnetized fluids, the role of magnetic fields for cosmic rays, in the interstellar medium and for star formation. Written by a group of leading experts the book represents an excellent overview of the field. Nonspecialists will find sufficient background to enter the field and be able to appreciate the state of the art.