Energetic particles in the solar atmosphere
Abstract
This article reviews the evidence for, and the nature of, accelerated particles in the lower solar atmosphere. Particle distributions with significantly non-thermal components are ubiquitous throughout the solar atmosphere, and we concentrate primarily on those arising in solar flares. We mention the main diagnostics for accelerated flare electrons and ions, and discuss the more popular theoretical ideas regarding their acceleration.
- Publication:
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Solar Variability: From Core to Outer Frontiers
- Pub Date:
- December 2002
- Bibcode:
- 2002ESASP.506..223F
- Keywords:
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- Particle Acceleration;
- Particle Diagnostics;
- Solar Flares