An Introduction to Modern Astrophysics · Problem 18.15

Physical Processes in the Solar System — Carroll & Ostlie

Physics — Astrophysics · nova-hydrostatic-burning-mass-ejection

Problem

Assuming that the hydrostatic-burning phase of a nova lasts for 100 days, find the (constant) rate at which mass is ejected,

\dot{M}_{\rm eject}

, for a surface layer of

10^{-4}\,\mathrm{M}_\odot