X-Ray Emission from Compact Sources
This paper presents a review of the physical parameters of neutron stars and black holes that have been derived from X-ray observations. I then explain how these physical parameters can be used to learn about the extreme conditions occurring in regions of strong gravity, and present some recent evidence for relativistic effects seen in these systems. A glossary of commonly used terms and a short tutorial on the names of X-ray sources are also included.
- Research Organization:
- SLAC National Accelerator Lab., Menlo Park, CA (United States)
- Sponsoring Organization:
- USDOE Office of Science (US)
- DOE Contract Number:
- AC03-76SF00515
- OSTI ID:
- 826812
- Report Number(s):
- SLAC-PUB-10388; TRN: US200427%%832
- Resource Relation:
- Other Information: PBD: 23 Mar 2004
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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