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Accretion Power in Astrophysics (Cambridge Astrophysics S.)
Accretion Power in Astrophysics - Cambridge Astrophysics S. Author:Juhan Frank, Andrew King, Derek Raine, Juhan Frank, Andrew King, Derek Raine 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 d... more »etailed treatment of disc instabilities, irradiated discs, disc warping, and general accretion flows. The treatment is suitable for advanced undergraduates, graduate students and researchers.« less