Binary star revolving arround center of mass

In summary, a binary star system is a system comprised of two stars that orbit around each other and are held together by mutual gravitational attraction. The two stars revolve around a common center of mass, which is crucial in determining their motion and calculating their masses. Scientists use Kepler's laws and Newton's laws to determine the masses of the stars and their distance from the center of mass. There are different types of binary star systems, including visual binaries, spectroscopic binaries, and eclipsing binaries.
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point ohms
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why the binary star revolving around center of mass ?
could type 2 supernova ever had a stellar wind after explosion ?
 
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Since there is no such thing as absolute motion, the binary star motion concerns these stars relative to each other.
 
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point ohms said:
could type 2 supernova ever had a stellar wind after explosion ?

From the neutron star/black hole? Not in the traditional sense of what a stellar wind is.
 

Related to Binary star revolving arround center of mass

1. What is a binary star system?

A binary star system is a system comprised of two stars that orbit around each other, held together by their mutual gravitational attraction.

2. How do binary stars revolve around each other?

In a binary star system, the two stars revolve around a common center of mass. The center of mass is the point at which the two stars have equal gravitational pull on each other, causing them to orbit around it in a circular or elliptical path.

3. What is the significance of the center of mass in a binary star system?

The center of mass is a crucial component of a binary star system because it determines the orbit and motion of the two stars. It is also used to calculate the masses of the stars and their distance from each other.

4. How are the masses of binary stars calculated?

The masses of binary stars are calculated by observing the orbital period and distance of the two stars from each other. By using Kepler's laws of planetary motion and Newton's laws of gravitation, scientists can determine the masses of the stars and their distance from the center of mass.

5. What types of binary star systems exist?

There are various types of binary star systems, including visual binaries, spectroscopic binaries, and eclipsing binaries. Visual binaries can be seen with the naked eye, while spectroscopic binaries can only be detected through the analysis of their spectral lines. Eclipsing binaries, on the other hand, are binary systems where one star appears to pass in front of the other, causing a decrease in brightness.

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