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... In our galaxy the distribution function can be followed from subrelativistic energies to energies as high as 102i eV. The most energetic particles cannot be confined by the galactic magnetic field.
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  • magnetic field
  • solar wind
  • magnetic reconnection
  • distribution function
  • numerical simulation


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