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The Buchdahl bound denotes the geometrical Virial theorem

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: In this paper we provide a concrete model-independent geometrical framework for the Buchdahl limit in general relativity and show that the Buchdahl limit is equivalent to a relativistic version of the Newtonian Virial theorem. Moreover we explicitly provide a mechanism by which a star can continue to stay in Virial equilibrium via continuous radiation.

Source: Annals of Physics

DOI: 10.1016/j.aop.2025.169986

Authors: Naresh Dadhich, Rituparno Goswami, Chevarra Hansraj

Institutions: Inter-University Centre for Astronomy and Astrophysics, University of KwaZulu-Natal

Language: English

Topic: Relativity and Gravitational Theory

Subfield: Astronomy and Astrophysics

Field: Physics and Astronomy

Domain: Physical Sciences

Open Access status: hybrid

Estimated APC paid: $3,160

Funders: National Research Foundation, Inyuvesi Yakwazulu-Natali