Physics of Classical Novae

Devoted to classical novae and related astronomical objects, this volume discusses basic observations, such as the properties of novae, outbursts and nebular ejecta, theoretical considerations and models of observations. There is also an introduction which reviews the properties of binary stars.

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Satellite observations in various previously unexplored spectral regions have provided a host of data on novae over the last decade. This conference volume is devoted to classical novae and related objects. Around 30 papers discuss observations (basic properties of novae, outbursts and nebular ejecta), theoretical considerations and models of observations. In addition, the reader will find an introductory review on binary stars and a summary of the papers and posters presented at the conference. To help the reader in finding any specific subject or stellar object, the volume concludes with a detailed index.