Understanding Z-Field Compression: A Beginner's Guide

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Hello everyone,

I know nothing about physics - i can barely spell the word. I am curious if anyone can explain to me what z-field compression is? I think its related to black holes?

Much appreciated
 
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It is a magnetic confinement in one direction (called the z-direction).
See http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pinch_(plasma_physics )
 
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