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1. For stellar objects, M>0.08, then at the epoch of star formation: What fraction of stars are Type-II supernova progenitors (M>8)? What is the fraction of the mass of stars that are Type-II supernova progenitors (M>8)? What is the fraction of the light from stars that are Type-II supernova progenitors (M>8)?
2. Given Equations:
for M>0.5;
for 0.08<M<0.5;
The constants (I'm using "E" to represent the greek letters in the given functions) E0 and and E1 are chosen to match the observed local density of stars and to be continuous across M=0.5.
3. I understand what the initial mass function is but I don't understand how to use the Salpeter approximation to answer these questions. I can't find any kind of example anywhere on the internet or in my book and I don't have to a clue where to start. A similar example or any kind of help would be appreciated. Thanks
2. Given Equations:
3. I understand what the initial mass function is but I don't understand how to use the Salpeter approximation to answer these questions. I can't find any kind of example anywhere on the internet or in my book and I don't have to a clue where to start. A similar example or any kind of help would be appreciated. Thanks