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abstract |
Covering host systems of accreting, relativistic bodies, and the high-energy phenomena
associated with them, this self-contained astrophysics textbook is ideal for advanced
undergraduates. The textbook introduces students to a unique blend of astrophysical
principles, including the evolutionary history of compact binary stars, the physics
of accretion and accretion disc outbursts, the observed signatures of such discs in
binary stars and active galactic nuclei, the X-ray emission of accreting compact bodies,
and the physics of astrophysical jets and gamma-ray bursts. Worked examples, exercises
with complete solutions, full-colour figures and informative chapter summaries guide
students through their studies. Boxed equations and key facts highlight important
points. Produced by academics drawing on decades of experience delivering courses
for The Open University and concentrating on supported learning, this textbook is
an ideal guide for self-study. |