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Binary stars
Consider two stars S 1 and S 2 of masses M 1 and M 2 respectively, revolving around a common centre of mass O. Clearly the two stars constitute a binary system. Let a 1 and a 2 be the radii of revolution. Then, by definition of centre of mass, ..
Consider two stars S 1 and S 2 of masses M 1 and M 2 respectively, revolving around a common centre of mass O. Clearly the two stars constitute a binary system. Let a 1 and a 2 be the radii of revolution. Then, by definition of centre of mass, ..Application of Newton's Law of Gravitation
One of the important applications of Newton's law is to estimate masses of binary stars. A binary star is a system of two stars orbiting round their common centre of mass. Any irregularity in the motion of a star indicates that it might b..
Earth-moon system
The method used in the binary star system can be also used for planet-satellite binary system. This is possible because the planet and the satellite also revolve around a common centre of mass...
The method used in the binary star system can be also used for planet-satellite binary system. This is possible because the planet and the satellite also revolve around a common centre of mass...Applications of Doppler Effect
. Two stars which revolve around one another are called double stars or spectroscopic binaries. When one is approaching the Earth, the other will be receding and this causes a split in the spectral lines, due to change in the frequency of the light emitted. The phenome..
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