Atmospheres of the B Stars.IV. The Calculation of Partition Functions.
Abstract
Formulae for the calculation of partition functions are presented in a form appropriate for numerical calculations. Detailed applications are given for neutral and ionized helium for a range of temperatures and densities appropriate to the B stars.
- Publication:
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The Astrophysical Journal
- Pub Date:
- May 1957
- DOI:
- 10.1086/146348
- Bibcode:
- 1957ApJ...125..742E