| Advanced Astrophysics Contributor(s): Duric, Neb (Author) |
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ISBN: 0521819679 ISBN-13: 9780521819671 Publisher: Cambridge University Press OUR PRICE: $249.85 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: December 2003 Annotation: 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. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Science | Physics - Astrophysics |
| Dewey: 523.01 |
| LCCN: 2003048457 |
| Series: Cambridge Planetary Science |
| Physical Information: 0.75" H x 7" W x 10" (1.67 lbs) 312 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: 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. |