Degenerate Stars: White Dwarfs & Neutron Stars

This lecture covers the characteristics and origins of white dwarfs, including their structure, evolution, and the 100pc Gaia sample. It also delves into the properties of neutron stars, such as their formation from core-collapse supernovae, structure, and pulsars. The presentation explores the different types of pulsating white dwarfs, like ZZ Ceti and DBV stars, and their pulsation mechanisms. Additionally, it discusses the cooling process of white dwarfs, core crystallization, and pulsations. The lecture concludes with an overview of cataclysmic variables, novae, and magnetars, highlighting their accretion processes and variability.