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Resistive MHD

MHD with finite resistivity, allowing tearing and reconnection.

Glossary of Fusion & Plasma TermsUpdated 2026-08-11

Adding resistivity to MHD allows field lines to break and reconnect, giving tearing modes and slower instabilities that ideal theory misses. It is needed to assess neoclassical tearing modes and disruptions.

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Content reviewed August 2026 · design-and-simulation stage