Nonlinear stage of instability due to local Joule-overheating in the solar active regions

V. S. Sokolov, A. G. Kosovichev

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Abstract

The numerical solution by a computer of the system of magnetohydrodynamics equations in the one-dimensional approximation serves as the basis for studying the non-linear stage of the instability due to local Joule-overheating of zones with large values of magnetic field gradients in the active regions of the Sun. We have demonstrated the formation of a system of current layers responsible for efficient transformation of magnetic energy into Joule heat and kinetic energy of the macroscopic motion. The specific features of quasi-stationary skinning of magnetic field with gravitation have been noted.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)73-79
Number of pages7
JournalSolar Physics
Volume57
Issue number1
DOIs
StatePublished - Mar 1978
Externally publishedYes

All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) codes

  • Astronomy and Astrophysics
  • Space and Planetary Science

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