Langmuir Waves
Langmuir Waves are oscillations in electron density that occur in plasmas, which are ionized gases consisting of charged particles. These waves are named after Irving Langmuir, an American chemist and physicist who contributed significantly to plasma physics. They typically arise when electrons oscillate around a fixed positive charge, creating a wave-like motion.
These waves play a crucial role in various plasma phenomena, including space physics and fusion research. Langmuir Waves can affect the behavior of charged particles and are essential for understanding processes like wave-particle interactions and energy transfer in plasmas.