Introduction to Astrophysics: Hydrostatic Equilibrium

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This lecture introduces the hydrostatic equilibrium equation for ideal gases, the pressure profile in astrophysics, the mean molecular mass of different planets, and the conditions required for a planet to retain its atmosphere.

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Ontological neighbourhood

Astronomy

Planetary science: Atmosphere

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