Concept
Accretion disk
Related courses (4)
PHYS-643: Astrophysics VI : The variable Universe
Introduction to time-variable astrophysical objects and processes, from Space Weather to stars, black holes, and galaxies. Introduction to time-series analysis, instrumentation targeting variability,
PHYS-753: Dynamics of astrophysical fluids and plasmas
The dynamics of ordinary matter in the Universe follows the laws of (magneto)hydrodynamics. In this course, the system of equations that describes astrophysical fluids will be discussed on the basis o
CS-101: Advanced information, computation, communication I
Discrete mathematics is a discipline with applications to almost all areas of study. It provides a set of indispensable tools to computer science in particular. This course reviews (familiar) topics a
PHYS-401: Astrophysics IV : stellar and galactic dynamics
The aim of this course is to acquire the basic knowledge on specific dynamical phenomena related to the origin, equilibrium, and evolution of star
clusters, galaxies, and galaxy clusters.