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Interactions of Earth’s Magnetotail Plasma with the Surface, Plasma, and Magnetic Anomalies of the Moon

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In this chapter, I provide extended background information on the Moon–plasma interaction. It begins with a brief outline of plasma interactions with solar system bodies. Key parameters controlling the nature of interactions are the body’s atmospheric density and the strength of its intrinsic magnetic field. I then introduce particle emission processes from solid surfaces of airless bodies in space environment. Particle emission and surface charging are fundamental consequences of direct interactions of airless bodies with the surrounding plasma. Next I present a review of observational and theoretical studies of lunar plasma environment. Our current understanding of the Moon–plasma interaction is mostly based on a number of plasma and electromagnetic field measurements which have been conducted since the Apollo era. I also describe the basic characteristics of the lunar tenuous exosphere. Finally I mention the objectives of this thesis.

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Harada, Y. (2015). Introduction. In: Interactions of Earth’s Magnetotail Plasma with the Surface, Plasma, and Magnetic Anomalies of the Moon. Springer Theses. Springer, Tokyo. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-4-431-55084-6_1

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