Presenting a concise overview of astrophysical concepts, the second
edition of this textbook bridges the gap between introductory
astronomy books and advanced astrophysics texts. Designed for
one-semester astrophysics courses, the textbook is aimed at science
and engineering students with college-level calculus-based physics.
The new edition features both revisions and additions, with the
extension of topics such as luminosity distance and the inclusion of
notable developments such as the James Webb and Roman Space
Telescopes. As before, the chapters are organized into five parts,
covering: stellar properties; stellar structure and evolution; the
interstellar medium and star/planet formation; our Milky Way and other
galaxies; and cosmology. The exposition guides students toward a
comprehensive fundamental understanding, using 'Quick Questions' to
spur practice in basic computations, and multi-part exercises that
offer a greater challenge. The solutions to the questions are freely
accessible online, with exercise solutions and lecture slides
available for instructors.
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ISBN
9781009618038
Publisert
2025
Utgave
2. utgave
Utgiver
Cambridge University Press
Språk
Product language
Engelsk
Format
Product format
Digital bok
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