Some Recent Researches in Solar Physics

Originally published in 1949, this book examines contemporary developments in the field of solar physics.

F. Hoyle (Author)

9781107418929, Cambridge University Press

Paperback / softback, published 14 August 2014

146 pages
21.6 x 14 x 0.9 cm, 0.2 kg

Originally published in 1949 as part of the Cambridge Monographs on Physics series, this book examines contemporary developments in the field of solar physics. An appendix on the possible origins of the sun's magnetic field is also included. This book will be of value to anyone with an interest in the history of the study of Earth's nearest star.

Author's preface
1. Sunspots and the solar cycle
2. The chromosphere and corona: observational data
3. The chromosphere and corona: theory part I
4. The chromosphere and corona: theory part II
5. Electromagnetism in solar physics
6. Solar and terrestrial relationships
7. The emission of radio waves from the sun
Appendix I. Nomenclature and list of symbols
Appendix II. The origin of the magnetic field of the sun
Supplementary notes
Index.

Subject Areas: Solar system: the Sun & planets [PGS]