Abstract The observed magnetic field configuration in the Venus magnetosheath contains information about the solar wind mass-loading processes occurring as a result of the extension of the neutral atmosphere into the magnetosheath. In this paper, magnetic field signatures of various mass-loading processes are discussed and experimental results from the Pioneer Venus Orbiter magnetometer experiment are examined for evidence of these signatures. The data suggest that the − V X B acceleration process, stochastic pickup of ionospheric ions, and J X B force “scavenging” at the ionopause all occur at various times.


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    Title :

    Evidence for mass-loading of the Venus magnetosheath


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    Publication date :

    1985-01-01


    Size :

    5 pages




    Type of media :

    Article (Journal)


    Type of material :

    Electronic Resource


    Language :

    English



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