An Introduction to Modern Astrophysics · Problem 18.19

Physical Processes in the Solar System — Carroll & Ostlie

Physics — Astrophysics · alfven-radius-magnetic-field

Problem

Find the value of the magnetic field for which the Alfv\`en radius is equal to the radius of the white dwarf found in Example 18.2.1. Do the same thing for the neutron star used in that example.

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