1974/10/01 by Donald D. Clayton, Stanford E. Woosley · 1 citation
Physics and Astronomy · #Nuclear physics research studies #Astronomical and nuclear sciences #Atomic and Molecular Physics #Physics #Nucleosynthesis #Thermonuclear fusion #Nuclear astrophysics #Explosive material #Nuclear reaction #Nuclear physics #Astrophysics #Stellar evolution #Stellar physics #Astronomy #Stars #Plasma
paper · doi:10.1103/revmodphys.46.755
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We discuss the types of thermonuclear reactions that are of importance to stellar evolution and nucleosynthesis, with particular attention to the explosive ejection of shells of He, C, O, and Si. We present tables of the reactions important in the various burning phases, including the reason for their importance and an estimate of the value of a carefully measured rate. This format is chosen for dual purpose: (1) to clarify the nuclear needs by evaluating the importance of specific reactions within the astronomical settings and (2) by assigning a value scale for cross-section measurements.