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ANOMALOUS DIFFUSION [1 record]

Record 1 2010-04-08

English

Subject field(s)
  • Plasma Physics
  • Atomic Physics
DEF

The diffusion of plasma particles across a magnetic field, faster than that corresponding to collisions.

OBS

In some cases, [the enhanced diffusion] is caused by plasma instability.

OBS

anomalous diffusion; enhanced diffusion: terms and definition standardized by ISO.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Physique des plasmas
  • Physique atomique
DEF

Diffusion des particules d'un plasma à travers un champ magnétique plus rapide que celle correspondant aux collisions.

CONT

La diffusion de Bohm et la diffusion turbulente sont des exemples de diffusion anomale.

OBS

Dans certains cas [la diffusion anomale] est causée par les instabilités du plasma.

OBS

diffusion anomale : terme et définition normalisés par l'ISO.

Spanish

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