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Chen, Francis F., 1929-

Introduction to plasma physics and controlled fusion / Francis F. Chen. - 2nd ed. - New York : :Plenum Press; Springer, c1984 - v. <1 > : ill. ; 25 cm.

Rev. ed. of: Introduction to plasma physics. 1974. Includes index.

1. Introduction.- 2. Single-Particle Motions.- 3. Plasmas as Fluids.- 4. Waves in Plasmas.- 5. Diffusion and Resistivity.- 6. Equilibrium and Stability.- 7. Kinetic Theory.- 8. Nonlinear Effects.- Appendices.- Appendix A. Units, Constants and Formulas, Vector Relations.- Appendix B. Theory of Waves in a Cold Uniform Plasma.- Appendix C. Sample Three-Hour Final Exam.- Appendix D. Answers to Some Problems.- Index to Problems. TOC

Summary:
Provides an introduction to plasma physics and controlled fusion. This work covers single-particle motions, fluid equations for plasmas, wave motions, diffusion and resistivity, Landau damping, plasma instabilities and nonlinear problems. It also contains material on kinetic effects, including Bernstein waves and the plasma dispersion function.



ISBN: 0306413329 (v. 1) 9780306413322

LCCN: 83017666

Subjects--Topical Terms:
Plasma (Ionized gases)

LC Class. No.: QC718 / .C39 1984

Dewey Class. No.: 530.44 / CHI 2006