Mass-loss rates of Very Massive Stars

Abstract

We discuss the basic physics of hot-star winds and we provide mass-loss rates for (very) massive stars. Whilst the emphasis is on theoretical concepts and line-force modelling, we also discuss the current state of observations and empirical modelling, and address the issue of wind clumping.

arXiv comment36 pages, 15 figures, Book Chapter in "Very Massive Stars in the Local Universe", Springer, Ed. Jorick S. Vink

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