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The inception of novae transition zone oscillations

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The nature of semi-regular oscillations in the transition zones of certain novae is discussed. It is found that hydrostatic collapse following a reduction of radiative support for the photospheric layers is a likely explanation of transition zone inception.

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    J. P. Phillips & M. J. Selby

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Phillips, J.P., Selby, M.J. The inception of novae transition zone oscillations. Astrophys Space Sci 49, 339–348 (1977). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF00641985

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