Magnetic cataclysmic variables seen by EXOSAT.
Abstract
An overview of Exosat observations of magnetic cataclysmic variables is presented, focusing on observations of AM Herculis systems. The X-ray light curves and luminosity balance of these systems are discussed. New AM Her systems identified by Exosat are listed. In addition, the observation of white dwarf rotation periods and orbital periods of intermediate polar systems is described.
- Publication:
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Memorie della Societa Astronomica Italiana
- Pub Date:
- 1988
- Bibcode:
- 1988MmSAI..59..117O
- Keywords:
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- Cataclysmic Variables;
- Exosat Satellite;
- Magnetic Stars;
- Stellar Spectra;
- X Ray Sources;
- Light Curve;
- Stellar Luminosity;
- Stellar Mass Accretion;
- Stellar Physics;
- White Dwarf Stars;
- Astrophysics