Active Galaxies
Active Galaxies by Open University. S381 Course team, published by Open University Worldwide in December 2002, is a comprehensive exploration of the physical processes occurring within active galaxies. This edition, consisting of 231 pages, delves into various emission mechanisms that operate in different regions of these astronomical systems, providing a detailed examination of the evidence supporting unification schemes for their subclasses.
Readers will find a structured approach to understanding the complexities of active galaxies, with activities that include readings from the textbook Active Galactic Nuclei by Peterson, as well as web-based tasks and spreadsheet calculations. The book covers topics related to science and mathematics, specifically focusing on astronomy and cosmology, making it a valuable resource for those interested in the intricate workings of the universe.
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This book explores the physical processes which occur within active galaxies and explains various emission mechanisms which operate in different physical regions of these systems and presents evidence for unification schemes of their various subclasses.Please note that activities in this book involve readings from the textbook, Active Galactic Nuclei, by Peterson, published by Cambridge University Press, and also include activities on the web, spreadsheet calculations and activities from the CD ROM Blocks 1-4 Image Archive.
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