PRESENT STATUS OF RADIO POLARIZATION OBSERVATIONS

被引:10
作者
BECK, R
机构
[1] Max-Planck-Institut für Radioastronomie, Bonn, FRG
关键词
dynamo theory; galactic magnetic fields; Radio polarization measurements;
D O I
10.1080/03091929008219861
中图分类号
P1 [天文学];
学科分类号
0704 ;
摘要
Evidence from radio polarization measurements is reviewed that indicates that most galactic magnetic Field structures fall into one of two categories: axisymmetric spiral and bisymmetric spiral. The resultant challenges to dynamo theorists is stated. Estimates of the magnetic field strengths based on equipartition of field and cosmic ray energies are given, but deviations from equipartition are inferred. Possible goals for future research are suggested. © 1990, Taylor & Francis Group, LLC. All rights reserved.
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页数:4
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