Elementary cosmology: From Aristotle's universe to the Big Bang and beyond

The aim of this book is to introduce the most important discoveries in cosmology, and how they altered our perceptions of the origin, size, structure and evolution of the universe. The book covers a wide range of cosmological topics, including nebulae, cosmic distances, spacetime, the Big Bang, dark...

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Main Author: Kolata, J. J. (Author)
Format: Electronic eBook
Language:English
Published: Bristol [England] IOP Publishing [2020]
Edition:Second edition
Series:AAS-IOP astronomy. [2021 collection]
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Online Access:Volltext
Summary:The aim of this book is to introduce the most important discoveries in cosmology, and how they altered our perceptions of the origin, size, structure and evolution of the universe. The book covers a wide range of cosmological topics, including nebulae, cosmic distances, spacetime, the Big Bang, dark matter and dark energy, higher dimensions, string theory, neutron stars and black holes, and gravitational radiation. The text contains many links to websites that clarify and extend the discussion, and which provide a more in-depth understanding of many of the concepts introduced in this book, in particular the mathematics involved. It will provide a fascinating insight to undergraduate students and anyone interested in astronomy and cosmology
Physical Description:1 Online-Ressource illustrations (some color)
ISBN:9780750336154
9780750336147
DOI:10.1088/2514-3433/abbd4b