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An Introduction to the Evolution of Single and Binary Stars

By Matthew Benacquista

Book information

Publisher
Springer
Year
2012
ISBN
1441999906, 9781441999900
Language
english
Format
PDF
Filesize
4 MB (4112592 bytes)
Series
Undergraduate Lecture Notes in Physics
Edition
2013
Pages
274\261
Orientation
portrait
Paginated
yes
Scanned
no
Time added
2013-04-27 13:09:46
Физика;Астрономия и астрофизика;Астрофизика;Астроф

Description

An Introduction to the Evolution of Single and Binary Stars provides physicists with an understanding of binary and single star evolution, beginning with a background and introduction of basic astronomical concepts. Although a general treatment of stellar structure and evolution is included, the text stresses the physical processes that lead to stellar mass compact object binaries that may be sources of observable gravitational radiation. Basic concepts of astronomy, stellar structure and atmospheres, single star evolution, binary systems and mass transfer, compact objects, and dynamical systems are covered in the text. Readers will understand the astrophysics behind the populations of compact object binary systems and have sufficient background to delve deeper into specific areas of interest. In addition, derivations of important concepts and worked examples are included. No previous knowledge of astronomy is assumed, although a familiarity with undergraduate quantum mechanics, classical mechanics, and thermodynamics is beneficial.

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