Basic problems of the theory of MHD waves
Abstract
Basic difficulties in the solution of the wave equations derived from the linearized basic MHD equations for a cold plasma with infinite electrical conductivity are reported. The differences between the solutions and the theory of electromagnetic waves are addressed. The eikonal method in MHD wave theory is briefly considered.
- Publication:
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Kleinheubacher Berichte
- Pub Date:
- 1990
- Bibcode:
- 1990KlBer..33...17K
- Keywords:
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- Cold Plasmas;
- Electrical Resistivity;
- Magnetohydrodynamic Waves;
- Wave Equations;
- Electromagnetic Radiation;
- Linear Equations;
- Plasma Physics