Physics of space storms

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This unique, authoritative work introduces the current state-of-the-art in space storms. Professor Koskinen, a renowned expert, merges a solid understanding of the system with the physics of space plasmas to provide a comprehensive treatment of the subject. The book covers a range of topics, from solar atmospheric storms to the solar wind, magnetosphere, ionosphere, and the geoelectric field produced on Earth. It presents the latest information in a clear, analytical, and quantitative manner. Divided into three parts, Part 1 offers a phenomenological introduction to space weather from the Sun to Earth. Part 2 delves into fundamental concepts of space plasma physics, discussing electrodynamics, statistical physics of charged particles, single particle motion in electromagnetic fields, waves in cold plasma, Vlasov theory, magnetohydrodynamics, instabilities, reconnection, and dynamo processes. Part 3 connects fundamental plasma physics with research-level physics of space storms, examining radiation and scattering processes, transport and diffusion, shocks, solar storms, magnetospheric interactions, and their coupling to the atmosphere and ground. The book concludes with a brief review of space storms on other planets. Extensive cross-referencing and embedded exercise problems enhance the reader's understanding.