Astrophysics and Space Science

, Volume 49, Issue 2, pp 339–348 | Cite as

The inception of novae transition zone oscillations

  • J. P. Phillips
  • M. J. Selby
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Abstract

The nature of semi-regular oscillations in the transition zones of certain novae is discussed. It is found that hydrostatic collapse following a reduction of radiative support for the photospheric layers is a likely explanation of transition zone inception.

Keywords

Transition Zone Zone Oscillation Zone Inception Photospheric Layer Radiative Support 
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© D. Reidel Publishing Company 1977

Authors and Affiliations

  • J. P. Phillips
    • 1
  • M. J. Selby
    • 1
  1. 1.Astronomy GroupImperial CollegeLondonEngland

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