Magnetic diffusivity : significance?

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Magnetic diffusivity is a key concept in plasma physics, particularly within the context of the induction equation. It quantifies how magnetic fields interact with plasma, influencing the behavior of plasma as a fluid. Understanding diffusion in this context involves recognizing how magnetic fields can penetrate and affect the motion of charged particles in plasma. The discussion highlights a need for clearer explanations of these concepts, as many find them confusing. Overall, grasping magnetic diffusivity is essential for comprehending plasma dynamics and its implications in various scientific fields.
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Magnetic diffusivity is a term that appears in the induction equation, when we deal with plasma fluids. It has units of meter squared per second.
I am unable to figure out what does the diffusion of plasma as a fluid implies.. It has something to do with magnetic field interacting with the plasma..

Someone please provide a detailed explanation..
 
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what does diffusion means..? how can i physically understand it.. with a plasma..?

someone please reply...
 
nyone... please give some answer... ! :cry:
 
Plasma cosmology gibberish.
 
thanx for replying.. but that didn't help much.. :confused:
 
people should seriously consider studying plasmas for a change... :-/
 

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