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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.
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Focusing on close binary systems containing compact objects and on active nuclei, the authors describe the physical processes at work in accretion discs and other accretion flows, beginning with why accretion is a source of energy. They then present the gas dynamics and plasma concepts necessary for astrophysical applications. Accretion in stellar systems is then covered, including accretion onto compact objects. Further chapters treat accretion in active galactic nuclei and describe thick accretion discs. A new chapter discusses recently discovered accretion flow solutions. Updated and expanded, this edition includes new material on disc instabilities, irradiated discs, disc warping, and general accretion flows. Suitable for advanced undergraduates, graduate students, and researchers. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)Product Details
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Table of Contents
1. Accretion as a source of energy; 2. Gas dynamics; 3. Plasma concepts; 4. Accretion in binary systems; 5. Accretion discs; 6. Accretion on to a compact object; 7. Active galactic nuclei; 8. Accretion discs in active galactic nuclei; 9. Accretion power in active galactic nuclei; 10. Thick discs; 11. Accretion flows.