ASTRON 3550 - STELLAR STRUCTURE

Minimum Credits: 3
Maximum Credits: 3
Stars are the most common astrophysical objects. They create most of the atomic elements and most of the observable optical light in the sky. This class provides an overview of the physics of stars and the interstellar medium. Topics will include hydrostatic equilibrium, nuclear processes, radiative transfer, metallicity and opacity, convection, stellar evolution, stellar explosions, properties of the interstellar medium, and energy feedback from stars.
Academic Career: Graduate
Course Component: Lecture
Grade Component: Grad LG/SNC Basis

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