Mass-Ratio Reversal · Algol Paradox
unseel.com · Roche-lobe overflow · q crosses 1 · donor becomes lighter
q = Mdon/Macc 1.14
Phase detached
Stage
Donor (initial heavyweight)
Accretor (gainer)
Gas stream through L1
Roche lobe / orbit
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