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| • | Longair’s
starting point is the Lane-Emden equation (4- |
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which assumes spherical symmetry and hydrostatic |
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| equilibrium. Isothermal = same mean velocities |
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| everywhere. Can apply to stars, galaxies, clusters. |
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