Conceptual question on the eddington limit

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The discussion centers on the self-sustaining nature of magnetars despite their exceeding the Eddington Limit, defined by the equation L_Eddington=4πcGMm/σ_T. Participants explore the implications of this phenomenon, particularly in relation to the origins of superstrong gamma-ray bursts, which were initially thought to originate from closer sources than magnetars. The conversation highlights the complexities of magnetar behavior and challenges the assumptions surrounding their stability and mass loss.

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  • Understanding of astrophysical concepts, particularly the Eddington Limit.
  • Familiarity with magnetar characteristics and their formation.
  • Knowledge of gamma-ray burst mechanisms and their sources.
  • Basic grasp of general relativity and its implications in astrophysics.
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  • Research the properties and lifecycle of magnetars.
  • Study the implications of the Eddington Limit in stellar astrophysics.
  • Investigate the mechanisms behind gamma-ray bursts and their correlation with magnetars.
  • Explore advanced astrophysical models that explain magnetar stability despite high luminosity.
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Astronomers, astrophysicists, and students interested in stellar evolution, magnetar phenomena, and gamma-ray burst research will benefit from this discussion.

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How are magnetars self-sustaining in light of the fact that they surpass the Eddington Limit?
L_Eddington=4πcGMm/σ_T

I read that that was a big reason the sources of the superstrong g-ray bursts were originally believed to be closer than magnetars actually are but I can't find why they aren't completely having their outer layers blown off...
 
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