Abstract
An analytical solution for the stability of a simple magnetostatic field
is derived, including the effects of the dense photosphere and of
pressure gradients. A simple equilibrium state is chosen, and the
effects of line-tying and of pressure gradients are considered. The
model loop consists of a uniform cylinder of axial flux, surrounded by a
purely azimuthal field and separated by a current sheet of thickness
2(delta). The sharp pinch is studied in which delta goes to zero.
| Original language | English |
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| Pages (from-to) | 247-263 |
| Journal | Geophysical and Astrophysical Fluid Dynamics |
| Volume | 20 |
| DOIs | |
| Publication status | Published - 1982 |
Keywords
- Coronal Loops
- Magnetohydrodynamic Stability
- Magnetostatics
- Pressure Effects
- Pressure Gradients
- Current Sheets
- Cylinders
- Lines Of Force
- Photosphere