Lectures on astrophysics / Steven Weinberg, University of Texas, Austin.
Material type: TextPublisher: Cambridge : Cambridge University Press, 2020Description: 1 online resource (xiv, 214 pages) : digital, PDF file(s)Content type:- text
- computer
- online resource
- 9781108227445 (ebook)
- 523.01 23
- QB461 .W375 2020
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Lectures on Astrophysics provides an account of classic and contemporary aspects of astrophysics, with an emphasis on analytic calculations and physical understanding. It introduces fundamental topics in astrophysics, including the properties of single and binary stars, the phenomena associated with interstellar matter, and the structure of galaxies. Nobel Laureate Steven Weinberg combines exceptional physical insight with his gift for clear exposition to cover exciting recent developments and new results. Emphasizing theoretical results, and explaining their derivation and application, this book provides an invaluable resource for physics and astronomy students and researchers.
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