Magnetic Storms

by Bruce T. Tsurutani (Editor)

Published by the American Geophysical Union as part of the Geophysical Monograph Series, Volume 98. Magnetic storms is a topic that is central to Space Weather. In addition to theoretically understanding the flow of energy from the Sun through interplanetary space to the Earth's magnetotail, magnetosphere, and ionosphere, there are important practical implications for satellite and astronaut safety, ground electrical power systems, and commercial and military telecommunications. This volume covers the broad scope of phenomena related to geomagnetic storms, from their solar and coronal origins to interplanetary manifestations, magnetospheric effects, and ionospheric and atmospheric consequences. The purpose is to summarize our current understanding of the chain of processes that occur between the Sun and Earth.

266 pages, Hardcover

First published January 23, 1997