| Description |
1 online resource (xxx, 288 pages) : illustrations (some color) |
| Series |
Astrophysics and space science library ; v. 346 |
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Astrophysics and space science library ; v. 346.
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| Contents |
Machine generated contents note: 1. Search for the unknown quantity in the solar wind -- 2. Confronting paradigms : aurora research during the early space age -- 3. Realizing the dream of our pioneers : polar magnetic substorms and the assorted current system -- 4. Synthesis of magnetospheric substorm phenomena -- 5. Planetary magnetic fields : is the Earth's dipole really off-centered and inclined? -- 6. Recurrent geomagnetic disturbances and the solar wind -- 7. Myth of the emerging flux tubes : sunspots and solar flares -- 8. Space weather research |
| Summary |
"This new edition of Exploring the Secrets of the Aurora is based on the author's own experiences as a scientist. It describes the history of progress made in auroral science and magnetospheric physics by providing examples of ideas, controversies, struggles, acceptance, and success." "Although no general methodologies are mentioned, the hope is that the reader will learn about the history of progress in auroral science and examples of dealing with the many controversies. This book aims to help young scientific researchers learn how to persevere during periods of controversy and struggles for acceptance."--Jacket |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (page 277279) and indexes |
| Notes |
Print version record |
| Subject |
Auroras.
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SCIENCE -- Physics -- Magnetism.
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Physique.
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Auroras
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Polarlicht
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| Form |
Electronic book
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| ISBN |
9780387450971 |
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0387450971 |
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9780387450940 |
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0387450947 |
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