Название: Astrophysics: The complete guide to astrophysics, including galaxies, dark matter and relativity
Автор: Sten Odenwald
Издательство: Arcturus
Год: 2019
Формат: EPUB
Размер: 18 Мб
Язык: английский / English

Whether searching for extra-terrestrial life, managing the effects of space weather or learning about dark matter, the study astrophysics has profound implications for us all. NASA scientist and astronomer Sten Odenwald explains the key concepts of this vast topic, bringing clarity to some of the great mysteries of space.

These include:
• The theory of relativity
• Cosmic background radiation
• The evolution of stars
• The formation of the solar system
• The nature of exoplanets
• Space weather systems

Filled with helpful diagrams and simple summaries, Knowledge in a Nutshell: Astrophysics is perfect for the non-expert, taking the complexities of space science and making them tangible.