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| theta pinch | A fusion device in which the magnetic field runs parallel to the plasma column. It is a long cylindrical tube enclosed in a one-turn magnet coil. |
| z pinch | A diffuse toroidal pinch in which the magnetic field runs around the plasma column. |
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