Magnetic topology

In plasma physics, the magnetic topology of a plasma is the structure and linkage of its magnetic field.

The magnetic topology of a plasma can be changed through magnetic diffusion and reconnection. In the limit of a large magnetic Reynolds number, however, diffusion and reconnection of the magnetic field cannot occur, and the magnetic topology is preserved.

See also

• Helmet streamer#Pseudostreamers

References

1. Magnetic reconnection
2. Alfvén's theorem
3. Magnetic skyrmion
4. Coronal mass ejection
5. Reversed field pinch
6. Magnetohydrodynamics
7. Excitation (magnetic)
8. Red dwarf
9. Red giant
10. Helmet streamer
11. Axial flux motor
12. Convection zone
13. Stellar nucleosynthesis
14. Magnetic monopole
15. Topological defect
16. Luyten's Star
17. Voice coil
18. Magnetic helicity
19. Electric motor
20. Polywell