Edge-localized mode (ELM) is a phenomenon observed in magnetically confined plasma in devices like tokamaks, which are used for nuclear fusion research. ELMs are characterized by periodic, explosive bursts of plasma that occur at the edge of the plasma confinement region. These bursts are associated with the release of energy and particles from the edge of the plasma, which can have significant implications for the overall performance and stability of the plasma confinement.
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