1. Introduction -- 2. Basic kinetic equations -- 3. The Lenard-Balescu equation -- 4. The Vlasov-Maxwell equations -- 5. Waves in a magnetized hot plasma -- 6. Moment equations and fluid plasmas -- 7. Transport in a nonuniform gas -- 8. Transport in a nonuniform binary gas -- 9. Transport with a finite magnetic field
Summary
Developed from the lectures of a leading expert in plasma wave research, Plasma Kinetic Theory provides the essential material for an introductory course on plasma physics as well as the basis for a more advanced course on kinetic theory. Exploring various wave phenomena in plasmas, it offers wide-ranging coverage of the field. After introducing basic kinetic equations and the Lenard-Balescu equation, the book covers the important Vlasov-Maxwell equations. The solutions of these equations in linear and quasilinear approximations comprise the majority of kinetic theory. Another main topic i
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Includes bibliographical references (pages 315-317) and index
