Astronomy A Physical Perspective
Astronomy A Physical Perspective by Marc Leslie Kutner, published by Harper & Row in 1987, is a comprehensive calculus-based introductory text that delves into the mechanisms behind various astronomical phenomena. Spanning 636 pages, this edition provides an in-depth exploration of how astronomers gather and interpret data regarding stars and the solar system, integrating the latest theories and discoveries in the field, including insights from particle physics and cosmology.
Readers will find a thorough examination of the nature and properties of stars, the cycle of stellar birth, life, and death, as well as the structure of galaxies and the universe. The book emphasizes understanding these phenomena through the application of fundamental physical principles across diverse scenarios. It includes extensive examples, problem sets, chapter summaries, and test examples, making it a valuable resource for those interested in science, space science, and astronomy.
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This calculus-based introductory text thoroughly explains how and why certain astronomical phenomena occur and how astronomers collect and interpret information about stars and the solar system. Incorporates the most recent theories and findings in the field, including particle physics and cosmology, results from recent observations of space, and new information on star formation, the galactic center, and dark matter. Fully describes the nature and properties of stars; the cycle of stellar birth, life, and death; the nature of galaxies; and the overall structure of the universe. Throughout the book, the emphasis is on understanding phenomena by applying some basic physical principles to a variety of situations. Contains extensive examples, useful equations, problem sets, chapter summaries, and test examples.
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