Advanced Astrophysics

by Neb Duric

Overview

Astronomy describes the mechanics of the universe in the more basic language of physics, otherwise known as "astrophysics". Knowledge of black holes, quasars and extrasolar planets requires understanding of the physics underlying astrophysics. This book clarifies the fundamental principles of the field as well as the important astronomical phenomena it describes. Readers will gain a greater appreciation of the connection between physics and astronomy.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780521525718
Publisher:	Cambridge University Press
Publication date:	12/04/2003
Series:	Cambridge Planetary Science
Edition description:	New Edition
Pages:	312
Product dimensions:	7.01(w) x 10.00(h) x 0.67(d)

Table of Contents

Part I. Classical Mechanics: 1. Orbital mechanics; 2. Galaxy dynamics; 3. Cosmic expansion and large-scale structure; Part II. Statistical Mechanics: 4. Overview of statistical mechanics; 5. The early universe; 6. Stellar structure and compact stars; Part III. Electromagnetism: 7. Radiation from accelerating charges; 8. Bremsstrahlung and synchrotron radiation; 9. High energy processes in astrophysics; 10. Electromagnetic wave propagation; Part IV. Quantum Mechanics: 11. The hydrogen atom; 12. The interaction of radiation with matter; 13. Atomic fine structure lines; 14. Atomic hyperfine structure lines; 15. Transitions involving multi-electron atoms; 16. Molecular lines in astrophysics.

Editorial Reviews

"[This books] will be useful to all students of astronomy and astrophysics, irrespective of whether they intened to specialize in observational astronomy. The material can be adapted easily for various related courses, which makes the book even more valuable." Physics Today, T. Padmanabhan

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