Astrophysics I: Physics of the Sun

Cod y Modiwl
PH39620
Teitl y Modiwl
Astrophysics I: Physics of the Sun
Blwyddyn Academaidd
2026/2027
Semester
Semester 1
Cyd-gysylltydd y Modiwl
Dr Yeghiazar Taroyan
Rhestr Ddarllen
Gweld ar Aspire
Rhagofynion
FG22510 neu PH22510
Staff Eraill sy'n Cyfrannu
Dr Xing Li
Dr Balazs Pinter
Dr Yeghiazar Taroyan

Dulliau Asesu

Math o Asesiad

Manylion Asesiad

Cyfran
Asesiad Semester Assignment sheets: 30%
Arholiad Semester Examination: 3 Awr 70%
Arholiad Ailsefyll Examination: 3 Awr 100%

Canlyniadau Dysgu

Wedi cwblhau'r modiwl dylai'r myfyrwyr fedru:

  1. Classify the different regions of the Sun and infer their physical characteristics.
  2. Describe the methods of helioseismology to obtain information on the internal structure of the Sun.
  3. Discuss the processes of energy production and transfer through the Sun.
  4. Critically review the observational and theoretical aspects of the atmospheric heating and the wind acceleration.
  5. Summarise the main methods used in the description of plasmas, waves and instabilities.

Disgrifiad cryno

The module examines the physics of the Sun, our nearest star. Energy production in the Sun is considered and its transport from the solar interior to the Sun's atmosphere and heliosphere. Causes of solar activity are discussed. The essentials of plasma physics, magnetic fields, magnetic waves and instabilities are covered.

Nod

The module aims to introduce physical processes operating in the Sun and explain their effects.

Cynnwys

Measuring and understanding the solar Interior;
Structure of the Sun;
Nuclear processes in the core;
Energy transport from the interior to the atmosphere;

The solar cycle;
Magnetic structures in the Sun;
Magnetohydrodynamics;
'Frozen-in' fields;
Diffusion of magnetic field in a plasma;
Magnetic reconnection;
Basics of plasmas;
Waves and instabilities in plasmas;

Solar atmosphere and heliosphere;
Atmospheric and coronal heating;
Solar wind and heliosphere;
Parker's theory.

Sgiliau Modiwl

Math o Sgiliau

Manylion Sgiliau
Cyfathrebu proffesiynol Written communication is developed via the lecture assignments and feedback
Datrys Problemau Creadigol Problem solving is a key skill in physics and will be tested via continuous assessment during the semester and in formal examination at the end of the module.
Myfyrdod Assignment feedback encourages self-directed learning and improves performance.
Sgiliau Pwnc-benodol The module will equip the students with the background for the advanced measurement techniques in the field, provide understanding of basic processes in the Sun.

Nodau

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