Accretion Power in Astrophysics

This newly expanded and thoroughly updated third edition 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. 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.

Author: Juhan Frank, Andrew King, Derek Raine
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Published: 02/11/2002
Pages: 400
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 1.42lbs
Size: 9.54h x 6.68w x 0.88d
ISBN: 9780521629577

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