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The best and most complete theory of transport in magnetically confined systems is the [[Neoclassical transport|Neoclassical]] theory. | The best and most complete theory of transport in magnetically confined systems is the [[Neoclassical transport|Neoclassical]] theory. | ||
However, it is found that transport often exceeds Neoclassical expectations by an order of magnitude or more (also see [[Non-diffusive transport]]). | However, it is found that transport often exceeds Neoclassical expectations by an order of magnitude or more (also see [[Non-diffusive transport]]). | ||
The difference between actual transport and the Neoclassical expectation is called "anomalous" transport. | The difference between actual transport and the Neoclassical expectation is called "[[:Wiktionary:anomaly|anomalous]]" transport. | ||
It is generally assumed that the anomalous component of transport is generated by turbulence driven by micro-instabilities. | It is generally assumed that the anomalous component of transport is generated by turbulence driven by micro-instabilities. | ||
<ref>J.P. Freidberg, ''Plasma physics and fusion energy'', Cambridge University Press (2007) ISBN 0521851076</ref> | <ref>J.P. Freidberg, ''Plasma physics and fusion energy'', Cambridge University Press (2007) ISBN 0521851076</ref> | ||