Plasma Science

Plasma science is the study of plasmas, which are ionized gases consisting of free electrons and ions. Plasmas are found in nature, such as in stars (including the sun), lightning, and auroras. They are also created artificially in laboratory settings for various applications, including fusion energy research, electronics, and medical treatments. Plasma behaves differently from solid, liquid, and gas states, exhibiting unique properties like electrical conductivity and responsiveness to magnetic fields. Understanding plasma is vital for advancing technologies like space exploration and energy generation.