Derived Parameter: Electron Inertial Length

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Electron Inertial Length

The scale over which the electron distribution function can change substantially.

$R_e = \frac{\upsilon_A}{\omega _{pe}} \ \ \mathrm{cm}$

where υ_A is in cm/sec, and ω_pe is in Hz.

Electron inertial lengths for quiet Sun (Model 1001; blue), facula (1005; red), and umbra (1006; green).

Model 1001 Electron Inertial Lengths (quiet Sun region)

Model 1005 Electron Inertial Lengths (strong facular region)

Model 1006 Electron Inertial Lengths (sunspot umbra)

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