The fundamentals of modern astrophysics
Subtitle: a survey of the cosmos from the home planet to space frontiers
By: Mikhail Ya Marov
Contributors: International Space University
Publisher: Springer
Published: 2015
Place of publication: New York
Language: eng
Number of pages: 336
ISBN-13: 9781461487296; 9781461487302
Copyright date: 2015
Subjects: Astrophysics; Popular works; Cosmology
Other titles: Modern astrophysics
Description: The Fundamentals of Modern Astrophysics provides an overview of the modern science of astrophysics. It covers the Sun, Solar System bodies, exoplanets, stars, and star life cycle, planetary systems origin and evolution, basics of astrobiology, our galaxy the Milky Way, other galaxies and galactic clusters, a general view of the Universe, its structure, evolution and fate, modern views and advanced models of cosmology as well as the synergy of micro- and macro physics, standard model, superstring theory, multiversity and worm holes. The main concepts of modern astrophysics and prospects for future studies are accompanied by numerous illustrations and a summary of the advanced projects at various astronomical facilities and space missions. Dr. Marov guides readers through a maze of complicated topics to demystify the field and open its wonders to all.
Notes: "Published in collaboraion with the International Space University"--Page v.

Includes bibliographical references (pages 323-325) and index.