An Introduction to Modern Astrophysics · Problem 18.7

Physical Processes in the Solar System — Carroll & Ostlie

Physics — Astrophysics · dwarf-nova-quiescence-mass-transfer

Problem

Assume that the absolute bolometric magnitude of a dwarf nova during quiescence is 7.5 and that it brightens by three magnitudes during outburst. Using values for Z Cha, estimate the rate of mass transfer through the accretion disk.

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