Wolf-Rayet starsThe properties and evolutionary status of WR stars are examined, reviewing the results of recent observational and theoretical investigations. Topics discussed include spectral types and line strengths, magnitudes and colors, intrinsic variability, IR and radio observations, X-ray observations, the Galactic distribution of WR stars, WR stars in other galaxies, and WR binaries. Consideration is given to the inferred masses, composition, and stellar winds of WR stars; model atmospheres; WR stars and the Galactic environment; and WR stars as a phase of stellar evolution. Diagrams, graphs, and tables of numerical data are provided.
Document ID
19880026016
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Proceedings
Authors
Abbott, David C. (Joint Inst. for Lab. Astrophysics Boulder, CO, United States)
Conti, Peter S. (Joint Institute for Laboratory Astrophysics Boulder, CO, United States)