Accretion Power in Astrophysics - Brossura

Frank, Juhan

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ISBN 10: 0521629578 ISBN 13: 9780521629577

Casa editrice: Cambridge University Press, 2002

Riassunto

Accretion Power in Astrophysics examines accretion as a source of energy in both binary star systems containing compact objects, and in active galactic nuclei. Assuming a basic knowledge of physics, the authors describe the physical processes at work in accretion discs and other accretion flows. The first three chapters explain why accretion is a source of energy, and then present the gas dynamics and plasma concepts necessary for astrophysical applications. The next three chapters then develop accretion in stellar systems, including accretion onto compact objects. Further chapters give extensive treatment of accretion in active galactic nuclei, and describe thick accretion discs. A new chapter discusses recently discovered accretion flow solutions. The third edition is greatly expanded and thoroughly updated. New material includes a detailed treatment of disc instabilities, irradiated discs, disc warping, and general accretion flows. The treatment is suitable for advanced undergraduates, graduate students and researchers.

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'... an excellent introduction to accretion discs ... Highly recommended.' Paul O'Brien, The Observatory

'Quite simply, it is required reading for students and researchers alike.' Geophysical and Astrophysical Fluid Dynamics

Descrizione del libro:

Accretion Power in Astrophysics examines accretion as a source of energy in both binary star systems containing compact objects, and in active galactic nuclei. It describes the physical processes in accretion discs and other accretion flows. This expanded and updated edition is suitable for advanced undergraduates, graduate students and researchers.

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• Editore: Cambridge University Press
• Data di pubblicazione: 2002
• ISBN 10: 0521629578
• ISBN 13: 9780521629577
• Rilegatura: Copertina flessibile
• Numero edizione: 3
• Numero di pagine: 400