Acceleration due to the solar wind

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SUMMARY

The magnitude of the force exerted by the solar wind can be calculated using its density and velocity. In the context of Jackson's problem 6.11, part b, it is essential to compare the radiation pressure from the solar wind to the corpuscular radiation. The key parameters needed for this calculation are the density of the solar wind and its velocity, which can be found through reliable scientific sources.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of solar wind properties, including density and velocity
  • Familiarity with radiation pressure concepts
  • Basic knowledge of Jackson's Classical Electrodynamics
  • Ability to perform calculations involving force and pressure
NEXT STEPS
  • Research the density of the solar wind and its typical velocity
  • Study the principles of radiation pressure in astrophysics
  • Review Jackson's Classical Electrodynamics, specifically problem 6.11
  • Explore the differences between radiation pressure and corpuscular radiation
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Astrophysics students, researchers in space science, and anyone studying the effects of solar wind on celestial bodies.

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Does anyone know where I can find the magnitude of the force exerted by the solar wind?

It's for a jackson problem (6.11, part b). He asks us to compare the radiation pressure to the corpuscular radiation.

I've googled it and only found the velocity of said wind.
 
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Try googling for the density of the Solar wind. With that and the velocity, you should be able to figure out the pressure.
 

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