Alfvén wave

noun

1. a type of oscillation of plasma particles, consisting of transverse waves propagating along the magnetic field lines in a plasma.

Alfvén wave

/ æˈvɛn /

noun

1. a generally transverse magnetohydrodynamic wave that is propagated in a plasma

Word History and Origins

Origin of Alfvén wave¹

Named after (Hannes O. G.) Alfvén ( def. )

Word History and Origins

Origin of Alfvén wave¹

C20: after Hannes Olaf Gösta Alfvén (1908–95), Swedish physicist

Example Sentences

"This research provides essential validation for the range of theoretical models that describe how Alfvén wave turbulence powers the solar atmosphere," added Professor Morton.

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