Astrophysical Hydrodynamics: An Introduction, 2nd Edition

This latest edition of the proven and comprehensive treatment on the topic - from the bestselling author of "Tapestry of Modern Astrophysics" - has been updated and revised to reflect the newest research results. This is an indispensable theoretical backup for studies on celestial body formation and [...]
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This latest edition of the proven and comprehensive treatment on the topic - from the bestselling author of "Tapestry of Modern Astrophysics" - has been updated and revised to reflect the newest research results. This is an indispensable theoretical backup for studies on celestial body formation and astrophysics. Exercises are included. From the contents: The equations of Fluid Motion Viscosity and Diffusion Vorticity and Radiation Shocks Similarity Methods Magnetic Fields in Astrophysics Turbulence Outflows and Accretion Instabilities Diagnosis of Astrophysical Flows