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CLOSE BINARIES IN THE 21ST CENTURY: NEW OPPORTUNITIES AND CHALLENGES: 304 (Astrophysics and Space Science,)

SKU: 9781402050268

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Explore the fascinating world of close binary stars in ‘Close Binaries in the 21st Century: New Opportunities and Challenges.’ This essential astrophysics volume, presented by The Bookish Owl, delves into systems where stars interact profoundly due to close proximity. Discover the intricate processes of gravitational effects, mass exchange, and mutual irradiation that shape their evolution. From eclipsing binaries and X-ray sources to cataclysmic variables and symbiotic stars, this book covers the latest advancements in binary star research. Learn how studying these dynamic systems enhances our understanding of stellar astrophysics and the universe. Ideal for astronomers and physics enthusiasts, it highlights future survey opportunities, including planet detection.

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Description

  • ISBN-10: 1402050267
  • ISBN-13: 978-1402050268
  • Publisher: Springer-Verlag New York Inc.
  • Publication date: 14 December 2006
  • Language: English
  • Dimensions: 20.96 x 1.91 x 27.31 cm
  • Print length: 401 pages