Astronomy Methods
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Astronomy Methods

A Physical Approach to Astronomical Observations

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Astronomy Methods

A Physical Approach to Astronomical Observations

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Astronomy Methods, first published in 2003, is an introduction to the basic practical tools, methods and phenomena that underlie quantitative astronomy. Taking a technical approach, the author covers a rich diversity of topics across all branches of astronomy, from radio to gamma-ray wavelengths. Topics include the quantitative aspects of the electromagnetic spectrum, atmospheric and interstellar absorption, telescopes in all wavebands, interferometry, adaptive optics, the transport of radiation through matter to form spectral lines, and neutrino and gravitational-wave astronomy. Clear, systematic presentations of the topics are accompanied by diagrams and problem sets. Written for undergraduates and graduate students, this book contains a wealth of information that is required for the practice and study of quantitative and analytical astronomy and astrophysics.

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Publisher
Cambridge University Press
Year
2003
ISBN
9780511251702
Topic
Physical Sciences
Subtopic
Astronomy & Astrophysics

Table of contents

  1. Cover
  2. Half-title
  3. Title
  4. Copyright
  5. Dedication
  6. Contents
  7. Figures
  8. Tables
  9. Preface
  10. Acknowledgments
  11. 1 Astronomy through the centuries
  12. 2 Electromagnetic radiation
  13. 3 Coordinate systems and charts
  14. 4 Gravity, celestial motions, and time
  15. 5 Telescopes
  16. 6 Detectors and statistics
  17. 7 Multiple telescope interferometry
  18. 8 Point-like and extended sources
  19. 9 Properties and distances of celestial objects
  20. 10 Absorption and scattering of photons
  21. 11 Spectra of electromagnetic radiation
  22. 12 Astronomy beyond photons
  23. Credits, further reading, and references
  24. Appendix Units, symbols, and values
  25. Index