Three-dimensional magnetic reconnection in astrophysical plasmas

Magnetic reconnection is a fundamental process in laboratory, magnetospheric, solar and astrophysical plasma, whereby magnetic energy converted into heat, bulk kinetic fast particle energy. Its nature two dimensions much better understood than three (3D), where its character completely different has many diverse aspects that are currently being explored. Here we focus on the magnetohydrodynamics of 3D plasma environment system, especially flares. The theory at null points, separators quasi-separators described, together with accounts numerical simulations observations these types reconnection. distinction between separator quasi-separator theoretical one unimportant for release. A new paradigm flares, which plays central role, proposed.