Binary X-Ray Sources (invited Paper)
Abstract
The observational data concerning binary X-ray sources is reviewed, with emphasis placed on Her X-1, Cen X-3 and Cyg X-1. In particular, the evidence for the identification of Cyg X-1 as a black hole is discussed.
- Publication:
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Gravitational Radiation and Gravitational Collapse
- Pub Date:
- 1974
- Bibcode:
- 1974IAUS...64..147G
- Keywords:
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- Binary Stars;
- Black Holes (Astronomy);
- X Ray Sources;
- Astronomical Models;
- Gravitational Collapse;
- Neutron Stars;
- Variable Stars;
- X Ray Astronomy;
- X Ray Stars;
- Astronomy