A Physical Approach to Astronomical Observations
Astronomy Methods is a 2003 introduction to basic practical tools, methods and phenomena that underlie quantitative astronomy. Taking a technical approach, the author covers a rich diversity of topics across all branches of astronomy, from radio to gamma-ray wavelengths. Suitable for undergraduate and graduate students in astronomy and astrophysics.
Omschrijving
Astronomy Methods, first published in 2003, is an introduction to the basic practical tools, methods and phenomena that underlie quantitative astronomy. Taking a technical approach, the author covers a rich diversity of topics across all branches of astronomy, from radio to gamma-ray wavelengths. Topics include the quantitative aspects of the electromagnetic spectrum, atmospheric and interstellar absorption, telescopes in all wavebands, interferometry, adaptive optics, the transport of radiation through matter to form spectral lines, and neutrino and gravitational-wave astronomy. Clear, systematic presentations of the topics are accompanied by diagrams and problem sets. Written for undergraduates and graduate students, this book contains a wealth of information that is required for the practice and study of quantitative and analytical astronomy and astrophysics.
Promotionele informatie
A 2003 introduction to basic practical tools, methods and phenomena that underlie quantitative astronomy.
Productspecificaties
- Auteur: Hale Bradt (Massachusetts Institute of Technology)
- Uitgever: Cambridge University Press
- Bindwijze: Trade paperback (US)
- Verschijningsdatum: 2003-12-11
- Aantal pagina's: 458
- ISBN: 9780521535519
- Thema: Astrophysics
- BISAC: SCIENCE / Physics / Astrophysics
Over de auteur
Hale Bradt is Emeritus Professor of Physics at Massachusetts Institute of Technology, USA.