plasmasky
Plasmasky is a term used in plasma physics and space science to describe a luminous, diffuse envelope of ionized gas that can surround a plasma source under low-density conditions. The name blends plasma with sky, emphasizing the visible glow produced by excited ions in the surrounding medium.
Usage and scope: The term is not a standardized scientific category. It appears in experimental reports and
Physical characteristics: Plasmasky is typically optically thin and dominated by emission lines that depend on the
Formation and relevance: In space and high-energy laboratory experiments, plasmasky-like halos help illustrate plasma-surface interactions, sheath