Astrophysical Fluid Dynamics

This book aims to lay the basis of astrophysical fluid dynamics and the topics treated cover various aspects of this discipline. These include: the essential properties of turbulence; dynamical systems; the effects of magnetic fields significant in the sun, including magnetohydrodynamics in general and dynamo theories; the use of numerical simulation to explore the behaviour of thermal convection in a highly stratified medium; and stellar pulsations. The resulting book is intended as both a manual for the graduate student as well as for the seasoned scientist.
 
This book aims to lay the basis of astrophysical fluid dynamics and the topics treated cover various aspects of this discipline. These include: the essential properties of turbulence; dynamical systems; the effects of magnetic fields significant in the sun, including magnetohydrodynamics in general and dynamo theories; the use of numerical simulation to explore the behaviour of thermal convection in a highly stratified medium; and stellar pulsations. The resulting book is intended as both a manual for the graduate student as well as for the seasoned scientist.