An Introduction to Modern Astrophysics · Problem 14.5

The Fate of Massive Stars — Carroll & Ostlie

Physics — Astrophysics · delta-cephei-surface-excursion

Problem

Assuming (incorrectly) that the oscillations of δ\delta Cephei are sinusoidal, calculate the greatest excursion of its surface from its equilibrium position.

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