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Observational Astrophysics provides a comprehensive and accessible introduction to the whole of modern astrophysics beyond the Solar System. It combines a critical account of observational methods (telescopes and instrumentation) with a lucid description of the Universe, including stars, galaxies and cosmology. The first half describes the techniques used by astronomers to observe the Universe: optical telescopes and instruments are discussed in detail, but observations at all wavelengths are covered, from radio to gamma-rays. After a short interlude describing the appearance of the sky at all wavelengths, the role of positional astronomy is highlighted. In the second half, a clear description is given of the contents of the Universe, including accounts of stellar evolution and cosmological models. Fully illustrated throughout, with exercises given in each chapter, this textbook provides a thorough introduction to astrophysics for all physics undergraduates, and a valuable background for physics graduates turning to research in astronomy.
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16 of 17 people found the following review helpful
A little something for everyone
31 May 2000
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Very broad in its scope with enough depth to deal with the fundamentals while pointing the reader in the right direction for a more detailed treatment of the subject matter. Could be used as a text or reference book, or simply read as I chose, to broaden ones knowledge. Contains a good overview of the tools and techniques of radio astronomy. A fair bit of math employed, but not overwhelming to the educated reader. Reading level is geared toward a 3rd or 4th year undergrad in physics/astronomy but would also be useful as a primer for graduate level students or the serious amateur. Good book at a good price!
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An amazing introduction for the serious astronomy student
11 Jun 2006
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This book is the perfect first text for astronomy students that are just getting beyond descriptive astronomy and are venturing into more mmathematically rigorous depths. From the first chapter to the last what has often been accepted in descriptive courses is now plumbed with the tools of basic calculus and statistics.
Students are given the opportunity to see how the various formulas used in observational astronomy are derived, leading to a greater understanding when these formulas are applied in daily use. The mathematics is of little difficulty to anyone with a basic knowledge of calculus and many of the problems presented would serve as exceptional real-world problems for sophomore level mathematics courses.
The text is best suited to advanced undergraduate students and may be adapted for use in introductory graduate courses. The problems and ideas presented have immediate applications in the observatory and transition from lecture to lab is remarkably easy.
This book truly is a gem!
Students are given the opportunity to see how the various formulas used in observational astronomy are derived, leading to a greater understanding when these formulas are applied in daily use. The mathematics is of little difficulty to anyone with a basic knowledge of calculus and many of the problems presented would serve as exceptional real-world problems for sophomore level mathematics courses.
The text is best suited to advanced undergraduate students and may be adapted for use in introductory graduate courses. The problems and ideas presented have immediate applications in the observatory and transition from lecture to lab is remarkably easy.
This book truly is a gem!
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