Electronic Resource
Springer
Space science reviews
70 (1994), S. 143-148
ISSN:
1572-9672
Keywords:
SUN
;
CORONA
;
UV, X-rays
Source:
Springer Online Journal Archives 1860-2000
Topics:
Physics
Notes:
Abstract Although static loop models are often used to describe the structure of coronal loops, it is evident on both observational and theoretical grounds that mass motions play a crucial role in the physics of the corona and transition region. First we review the observations of emission-line broadening and wavelength shifts, which imply the presence of random motions and systematic downflows in coronal loops. Some discrepancies in the observations are discussed. It is argued that velocities due to gas pressure gradients are the most likely explanation for the observed flows. A number of models that have been proposed for these motions are reviewed. The implications of the various models on observations of the corona and transition region by SOHO are discussed.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/BF00777858
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