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The physics of neutron stars

Authors :
Potekhin, Aleksandr Y
Source :
Physics-Uspekhi; December 2010, Vol. 53 Issue: 12
Publication Year :
2010

Abstract

Topical problems in the physics of and basic facts about neutron stars are reviewed. The observational manifestations of neutron stars, their core and envelope structure, magnetic fields, thermal evolution, and masses and radii are briefly discussed, along with the underlying microphysics.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
10637869 and 14684780
Volume :
53
Issue :
12
Database :
Supplemental Index
Journal :
Physics-Uspekhi
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
ejs61783104
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.3367/UFNe.0180.201012c.1279