A Golden Age for Solar Physics

Discusses major themes of solar physics research and major discoveries of the last decade, focusing on solar cycle, stellar coronae and winds, magnetic explosions, and 100-AU-radius heliosphere. Includes conclusions/recommendations of the Solar Physics Working Group of the Astronomy Survey Committee...

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Published inPhysics Today Vol. 35; no. 11; p. 60
Main Author Walker, Arthur B. C., Jr
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published 01.11.1982
Subjects
Astronomy
Astrophysics
College Science
Higher Education
Physics
Science Education
Scientific Research
Solar Radiation
Space Exploration
Space Sciences
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Summary:Discusses major themes of solar physics research and major discoveries of the last decade, focusing on solar cycle, stellar coronae and winds, magnetic explosions, and 100-AU-radius heliosphere. Includes conclusions/recommendations of the Solar Physics Working Group of the Astronomy Survey Committee, concerning observational/theoretical programs that appear most likely to be scientifically productive. (Author/JN)