Derivation of the quasi-linear equation in a magnetic field
Abstract
A formal derivation of the quasi-linear equation of a plasma in a magnetic field is presented. The theory accounts for spatial inhomogeneity in one direction and for bounce motion of particles confined in a mirror magnetic field.
- Publication:
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Journal of Plasma Physics
- Pub Date:
- October 1978
- DOI:
- 10.1017/S0022377800021504
- Bibcode:
- 1978JPlPh..20..205B