The physical properties of normal A stars

2004/07/01 by Saul J. Adelman · 2 citations
Physics and Astronomy · #Stellar, planetary, and galactic studies #History and Developments in Astronomy

paper · pdf · doi:10.1017/s1743921304004314

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Abstract

Designating a star as of A-type is a result of spectral classification. After separating the peculiar stars from those deemed to be normal using the results of a century of stellar astrophysical wisdom, I define the physical properties of the “normal” stars. The hotter A stars have atmospheres almost in radiative equilibrium. In the A stars convective motions can be found which increase in strength as the temperature decreases.To search for other articles by the author(s) go to: http://adsabs.harvard.edu/abstract_service.html

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