Using fundamental physics, the theory of stellar structure and evolution is able to predict how stars are born, how their complex internal structure changes, wh
A complete and comprehensive treatment of the physics of the stellar interior and the underlying fundamental processes and parameters. The text presents an over
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This text examines how knowledge of many branches of physics can help provide an understanding of the structure and evolution of stars. Topics covered include:
With the development of nuclear physics the theory of the stellar interior entered a new phase. Many new investigations have been conducted and the results publ