Multiwavelength atlas of galaxies
By: Glen H. Mackie
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Published: 2011
Place of publication: New York
Language: eng
Number of pages: 256
ISBN-13: 9780521620628
Subjects: Atlases; Galaxies; Observations
Description: "Since the radio signature of our own Milky Way was detected in 1931, galaxies have been observed from ultra-high energy gamma rays to long wavelength radio waves, providing fundamental insights into their formation, evolution and structural components. Unveiling the secrets of some of the best-observed galaxies, this atlas contains over 300 full-color images spanning the whole electromagnetic spectrum. The accompanying text explains why we see the component stars, gas and dust through different radiation processes, and describes the telescopes and instruments used. This atlas is a valuable reference resource on galaxies for students seeking an overview of multiwavelength observations and what they tell us, and researchers needing detailed summaries of individual galaxies. An accompanying website, hosted by the author, contains slide shows of the galaxies covered in the book. This is available at www.cambridge.org/9780521620628"--
Table of contents: title: Machine generated contents note: 1. Galaxies; 2. Observing the electromagnetic spectrum; 3. A view from the inside: the Galaxy; 4. The atlas; Appendices; References; Index.