Introduction to Stellar Evolution

4/17/02


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Introduction to Stellar Evolution

Outline

Stellar Structure Equations (1)

Stellar Structure Equations (2)

Physical input for stellar models

Assumptions and commonly omitted physics

Constraints for solar and stellar models

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Why does a star shine?

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Nuclear energy generation rates

Interior structure of main-sequence stars

What happens to a star like the Sun?

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The Future of the Sun (1)

The Future of the Sun (2)

The Future of the Sun (3)

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What happens to a star only 1/10 the mass of the Sun?

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What happens to a star 15 times as massive as the Sun?

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Mass Breakpoints

Star formation considerations (1)

Star formation considerations (2)

Number of stars of different masses

Stellar Recycling

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