Physics of the Space Environment (Cambridge Atmospheric and Space Science Series) [Hardcover]

Tamas I. Gombosi (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: October 13, 1998 | Series: Cambridge Atmospheric and Space Science Series

This book provides a comprehensive introduction to the physical phenomena that result from the interaction of the sun and the planets - often termed space weather. Physics of the Space Environment explores the basic processes in the Sun, in the interplanetary medium, in the near-Earth space, and down into the atmosphere. The first part of the book summarizes fundamental elements of transport theory relevant for the atmosphere, ionosphere and the magnetosphere. This theory is then applied to physical phenomena in the space environment. The fundamental physical processes are emphasized throughout, and basic concepts and methods are derived from first principles. This book is unique in its balanced treatment of space plasma and aeronomical phenomena. Students and researchers with a basic mathematics and physics background will find this book invaluable in the study of phenomena in the space environment.

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'This book provides a comprehensive introduction to the space environment at a level suitable for graduate students and researchers, with an emphasis on the physics of solar-planetary relations.' C. Welch, Spacefight

'... is a welcome addition to the space physics literature.' Gordon D. Holman, Physics Today

'... an excellent text for those wishing to familiarise themselves with the physics of space plasma phenomena. The range of subject matter is such that it is likely to have wide appeal.' The Times Higher Education Supplement

'... a significant addition to the textbook literature.' Vytenis M. Vasyliunas, EOS

'... a valuable resource for helping introduce graduate students to space physics, and for presenting to specialists in various branches of the field a broad overview of many of the theoretical concepts applied in space physics.' World Meteorological Organization Bulletin

Book Description

This book provides a comprehensive introduction to the physical phenomena that result from the interaction of the Sun and the planets. The first part of the book summarizes fundamental elements of transport theory relevant for the atmosphere, ionosphere and the magnetosphere. This theory is then applied to physical phenomena in the space environment.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 358 pages
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press (October 13, 1998)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 052159264X
• ISBN-13: 978-0521592642
• Product Dimensions: 10.2 x 7.3 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.9 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #4,597,196 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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3.0 out of 5 stars Physics of the Space Environment, October 7, 2007

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This review is from: Physics of the Space Environment (Cambridge Atmospheric and Space Science Series) (Paperback)

The book is not recommended for people who have had no introduction to the topic. It is a good reference for people who are somewhat experienced in this area. It is mostly equations and very little theory.

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5.0 out of 5 stars One of the best books in the field, February 15, 2004

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This review is from: Physics of the Space Environment (Cambridge Atmospheric and Space Science Series) (Hardcover)

This book provides a comprehensive introduction to space physics. The information in this book is invaluable to anyone in the field. Dr. Gombosi's explanations are clear, easy to follow, and instructive (there are no pointless sections what so ever). Although the book is mainly mathematical, the derivations are presented in such a way that this is no handicap to the readers and a strong sense of the physics of space situations is conveyed. I have used this book as a reference in research, in classes, and for presentations/papers. I strongly recommend it.