New theory of plasma magnetic moment may explain features of solar jets and spicules
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The current theory is closely examined, and found to have inconsistencies. A new theory is developed with new results for both the energy and magnetic moment of a charged particle. The new theory predicts particle behaviour which is opposite to convention: for example, that a plasma will decelerate as it moves through a decreasing magnetic field. Conversely it will accelerate into an increasing field. The magnetic field of the sun would then act as a restraining influence on solar plasma ejections.
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