An Introduction to the Theory of Stellar Structure and Evolution
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Published: January 15, 2000
Language: eng
Format: Hardcover
Number of pages: 261
ISBN-13: 9780521650656
Subjects: Astrophysics; Stars, interstellar matter; Science/Mathematics; Stars; Science; Astronomy - Star Guides; Astrophysics & Space Science; Physics; Science / Astrophysics & Space Science; Stars--Structure; Cosmology; Evolution; Structure
First sentence: A star can be defined as a body that satisfies two conditions: (a) it is bound by self-gravity; (b) it radiates energy supplied by an internal source.