Accretion Power in Astrophysics

by Derek J. Raine, Juhan Frank, Derek Raine, et al.

Book Overview

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...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0521629578
• ISBN13: 9780521629577
• Release Date: February 2002
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Length: 400 Pages
• Weight: 1.50 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.7" x 9.5"