Accretion rate onto a WD over time (relation)

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The discussion centers on the correlation between the accretion rate onto a white dwarf (WD) and time, with the initial poster suggesting that the accretion rate should decrease over time. Participants clarify the abbreviation "WD" and inquire whether the question is for homework or general interest, indicating a willingness to move the discussion to a more appropriate forum. The poster confirms their curiosity is not related to homework and expresses a desire for further exploration of the topic. There is a request for links to relevant reading materials to support the inquiry. The conversation emphasizes the importance of understanding the relationship between accretion rates and time in astrophysics.
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Hi all, I was wondering if there is a correlation between the accretion rate and time. I think it should decrease as time increases, but I can't find the right correlation
 
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Welcome to the PF.

What's a "WD"? White Dwarf?
 
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yes. sorry for the abbreviation.
 
berkeman said:
Welcome to the PF.

What's a "WD"? White Dwarf?
and thank you :-)
 
Great, thanks. Is this mainly homework of some kind, or is it a more general technical question? I can move it to the technical PF forums if it's a more general question. Also, what have you found in your searching so far? Can you post some links to your reading? Thanks.
 
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it's not for homework. just curiosity :-)
 
Fair enough. I'll move this thread to the Astro forum. Please post links to the reading you have been doing on this so far. Thanks.
 
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