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020			_a9781108419543
040			_cIIT Kanpur
041			_aeng
082			_a530.44 _bT145i
100			_aTallents, G. J.
245			_aAn introduction to the atomic and radiation physics of plasmas _cG. J. Tallents
260			_bCambridge University Press _c2018 _aCambridge
300			_ax, 302p
520			_aPlasmas comprise more than 99% of the observable universe. They are important in many technologies and are key potential sources for fusion power. Atomic and radiation physics is critical for the diagnosis, observation and simulation of astrophysical and laboratory plasmas, and plasma physicists working in a range of areas from astrophysics, magnetic fusion, and inertial fusion utilise atomic and radiation physics to interpret measurements. This text develops the physics of emission, absorption and interaction of light in astrophysics and in laboratory plasmas from first principles using the physics of various fields of study including quantum mechanics, electricity and magnetism, and statistical physics. Linking undergraduate level atomic and radiation physics with the advanced material required for postgraduate study and research, this text adopts a highly pedagogical approach and includes numerous exercises within each chapter for students to reinforce their understanding of the key concepts.
650			_aPlasma radiation
650			_aRadiation -- Measurement
942			_cBK
999			_c561100 _d561100