Symbiotic stars as possible progenitors of SNe Ia: binary parameters and overall outlook

TL;DR

This paper reviews symbiotic stars, their physical properties, and explores their potential role as progenitors of type Ia supernovae, highlighting the importance of binary parameters in this context.

Contribution

It provides a comprehensive overview of symbiotic stars and discusses their possible connection to type Ia supernova progenitors, emphasizing the significance of binary system characteristics.

Findings

Symbiotic stars exhibit diverse physical properties.

Some symbiotic systems may evolve into type Ia supernovae.

Binary parameters influence the potential of symbiotic stars as supernova progenitors.

Abstract

Symbiotic stars are interacting binaries in which the first-formed white dwarf accretes and burns material from a red giant companion. This paper aims at presenting physical characteristics of these objects and discussing their possible link with progenitors of type Ia supernovae.