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CS92PROD
Stellar Structure and Evolution


ASTR 231
Spring 2020
Section: 01  
Crosslisting: ASTR 531
Certificates: Planetary Science Minor
Course Cluster: Planetary Science, Planetary Science Minor

As the principal source of light in galaxies today and as drivers of chemical evolution, stars play a critical role in the universe. It is important to understand their structure and evolution. Fortunately, we have a fairly well-developed and -tested theory of stellar structure covering both their interiors and atmospheres. In this course, we will provide an introduction to that theory and examine its key results, including a basic description of how stars evolve.
Credit: 1 Gen Ed Area Dept: NSM ASTR
Course Format: LectureGrading Mode: Graded
Level: UGRD Prerequisites: (PHYS213 AND PHYS214 AND ASTR155 AND ASTR211)
Fulfills a Requirement for: (ASTR)(PSCI-MN)(STS)
Past Enrollment Probability: 90% or above

Last Updated on DEC-04-2024
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