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Discover LudwigThe phrase "accretion disc" is correct and usable in written English.
It is typically used in the context of astrophysics to describe a structure formed by diffuse material in orbital motion around a central body, such as a star or black hole.
Example: "The accretion disc around the black hole is composed of gas and dust that spirals inward due to gravitational forces."
Alternatives: "accretion disk" or "accretion ring".
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accretion disc
noun
Alternative spelling of accretion disk
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Most accretion disc theory assumes that discs are highly symmetric, e.g. planar, prograde and circular.
We have focused on a model where an orbiting hotspot is embedded in an accretion disc.
compact object spin periods, orbital periods, accretion disc precession, and companion star properties.
Gaskell, C. M. The case for cases B and C: intrinsic hydrogen line ratios of the broad-line region of active galactic nuclei, reddenings, and accretion disc sizes.
The image gives the first direct glimpse of a black hole's accretion disc, a fuzzy doughnut-shaped ring of gas and dust that steadily "feeds" the monster within.
As expected, the whip is the accretion disc, which spins an X-ray pulsar rather as a whirlpool might spin a raft.
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Laor, A. & Davis, S. W. Cold accretion discs and lineless quasars.
Our results are consistent with theoretical predictions for highly irradiated accretion discs.
Accretion discs occur in many astrophysical systems from star and planet formation to active galactic nuclei.
Blandford, R. D. & Payne, D. G. Hydromagnetic flows from accretion discs and the production of radio jets.
Blandford, R. D. & Payne, D. G. Hydrodynamic flows from accretion discs and the production of radio jets.
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