On The Solar Magnetic Field In Inter-Planetary Space

Author

Jacqueline H. Hill

Publication Date

6-1-1964

Abstract

The purpose of this thesis is to determine, experimentally and theoretically, an axially symmetric current distribution which would simulate the currents believed to flow in interplanetary space around the sun. The general magnetic field of the sun is assumed to originate as a dipole field which induces currents in the plasma of the solar atmosphere. The dipole field is in turn modified by the induced currents. This phenomenon is often described in terms or a diamagnetism of the plasma. In the limiting case, this diamagnetism would almost completely prevent the inducing field from penetrating the plasma.

Degree Name

Earth and Planetary Sciences

Level of Degree

Masters

Department Name

Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences

First Committee Member (Chair)

Victor H. Regener

Second Committee Member

Roy Thomas

Third Committee Member

Christopher Pratt Leavitt

Document Type

Thesis

Recommended Citation

Hill, Jacqueline H.. "On The Solar Magnetic Field In Inter-Planetary Space." (1964). https://digitalrepository.unm.edu/eps_etds/342