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Magnetic reconnection, merging, and viscous interaction in the magnetosphereThis paper discusses the historical development of the reconnection theory, with consideration given to the effects of a magnetic field within the plasma and the mechanisms of magnetic reconnection, merging, and viscouslike interaction. Particular attention is given to Dungey's (1958, 1961) steady-state reconnection model of the magnetosphere and to its criticism. Observational evidence supporting the reconnection model is presented.
Document ID
19900051267
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Reprint (Version printed in journal)
External Source(s)
Authors
Heikkila, W. J.
(Texas, University Dallas, United States)
Date Acquired
August 14, 2013
Publication Date
June 1, 1990
Publication Information
Publication: Space Science Reviews
Volume: 53
ISSN: 0038-6308
Subject Category
Geophysics
Accession Number
90A38322
Funding Number(s)
CONTRACT_GRANT: NAGW-957
CONTRACT_GRANT: NSF ATM-85-04269
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Public
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