Binary Paths to Type Ia Supernovae Explosions (IAU S281)

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Title Binary Paths to Type Ia Supernovae Explosions (IAU S281)
Authors and Contributors      Edited by Rosanne Di Stefano
Edited by Marina Orio
Edited by Maxwell Moe
SeriesProceedings of the International Astronomical Union Symposia and Colloquia
Physical Properties
Format:Hardback
Pages:372
Dimensions(mm): Height 253,Width 180
Category/GenreGalaxies and stars
ISBN/Barcode 9781107019812
ClassificationsDewey:523.84465
Audience
Tertiary Education (US: College)
Professional & Vocational
Illustrations 140 Line drawings, unspecified

Publishing Details

Publisher Cambridge University Press
Imprint Cambridge University Press
Publication Date 7 February 2013
Publication Country United Kingdom

Description

Type Ia supernovae (SNe Ia) are bright, distinctive explosions that are effective tools to study the expansion history of the Universe. Given their importance, it is remarkable that we still do not know the exact nature or natures of the astrophysical systems that generate them. IAU Symposium 281 assesses the state of searches for the progenitor systems and describes progress toward the solution of the so-called Type Ia progenitor puzzle. This long-standing problem has proved difficult to solve, because it involves so many areas at the frontiers of astrophysics. Topics covered include: work on new surveys; studies of white dwarfs, accretion binaries, and related phenomena; binary evolution models and different ways to test them; and SNe Ia explosions, light curves and supernova remnants. This volume presents all sides of the ongoing debates, benefiting researchers and graduate students working on Type Ia supernovae, close binary evolution, and binary populations.