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Cambridge University Press Chondrules and the Protoplanetary Disk
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Cambridge University Press Hot Stars in the Galactic Halo
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Cambridge University Press The Local Group as an Astrophysical Laboratory Proceedings of the Space Telescope Science Institute Symposium held in Baltimore Maryland May 58 Institute Symposium Series Series Number 17
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Cambridge University Press Stellar Astrophysics for the Local Group
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Cambridge University Press Elements of String Cosmology
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Cambridge University Press Supernovae
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Cambridge University Press Xray Polarimetry
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Cambridge University Press Astrophysical Dynamics Iau S271
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Cambridge University Press Active OB Stars IAU S272 Structure Evolution MassLoss and Critical Limits Proceedings of the International Astronomical Union Symposia and Colloquia
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Cambridge University Press Understanding Variable Stars Cambridge Astrophysics
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Cambridge University Press An Introduction to Close Binary Stars
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Cambridge University Press Spectroscopy of Astrophysical Plasmas
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Cambridge University Press Essays in Nuclear Astrophysics
Book SynopsisOriginally published in 1982, this collection of essays provides an integrated overview of the application of nuclear science to astronomy. The book discusses, among other topics, the abundances of the nuclear and chemical species on the Earth and the Moon, in meteorites, in the stars, and in interstellar space.Table of ContentsList of contributors; Preface; 1. Two decades of collaboration with Willy Fowler Fred Hoyle; 2. Nucleosynthesis in galaxies E. M. Burbidge and G. R. Burbidge; 3. Elemental and nuclidic abundances in the solar system A. G. W. Cameron; 4. A comparison of stellar observations and the theory of nucleosynthesis Jesse L. Greenstein; 5. Improving the reliability of experimental atomic transition probabilities Ward Whaling; 6. Some short-lived nuclides in the early solar system - a connection with the placental ISM G. J. Wasserburg and D. A. Papanastassiou; 7. Meteorite actinide chemistry and cosmochronology D. S. Burnett, M. I. Stapanian and J. H. Jones; 8. Solar power R. W. Kavanagh; 9. Hydrogen burning in massive stars W. S. Rodney and C. Rolfs; 10. Nuclear reactions in highly evolved stars C. A. Barnes; 11. The rate of the 12C(α, γ)16O reaction in stellar helium burning T. A. Tombrello, S. E. Koonin and B. A. Flanders; 12. An account of the development of the solar neutrino problem John N. Bahcall and Raymond Davis Jr; 13. 3He, red dwarfs, and our next trillion years E. E. Salpeter; 14. The s-process R. K. Ulrich; 15. The r-process and nucleocosmochronology David N. Schramm; 16. The origin of the light elements Jean Audouze and Hubert Reeves; 17. Nucleosynthesis in two 25 M stars of different population S. E. Woosley and Thomas A. Weaver; 18. Cosmic radioactivity: a gamma-ray search for the origins of atomic nuclei Donald D. Clayton; 19. On the nature of supernovae W. D. Arnett; 20. Supernova theory H. A. Bethe; 21. Nuclear theory of novae James W. Truran; 22. Free and bound quarks - accelerators and the early universe Robert V. Wagoner; 23. Particle physics and cosmology Gary Steigman; Publications and research papers of William A. Fowler; Author index; Subject index.
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Cambridge University Press Textbook on Spherical Astronomy
Book SynopsisThis well-established textbook gives a general but comprehensive introduction to positional astronomy. Originally based on the author's lecture courses at Cambridge University, it is intended primarily for undergraduates, but, due to its comprehensive nature, it is a very useful reference text for research workers in many branches of astronomy and space physics. The author considers the night sky as the celestial sphere and powerfully exploits the methods of spherical geometry. Most problems in which the precise determination of a heavenly body's position in the sky is important are considered in theoretical detail, and the necessary formulae are derived to a precision that is sufficient for all but the most specialist purposes. The present revision has ensured that the terminology and treatment correspond precisely to current astronomical practice. A guiding principle has been to re-establish compatibility with the Astronomical Ephemeris and, to a lesser extent, with the fuller explanTable of Contents1. Spherical trigonometry; 2. The celestial sphere; 3. Refraction; 4. The meridian circle; 5. Planetary motions; 6. Time; 7. Planetary phenomena and heliographic co-ordinates; 8. Aberration; 9. Parallax; 10. Precession and nutation; 11. The proper motions of the stars; 12. Astronomical photography; 13. Determination of position at sea; 14. Binary star orbits; 15. Occulations and eclipses; Appendix 1. The method of dependences; Appendix 2. Stellar magnitudes; Appendix 3. The coelostat; Appendix A. Astronomical constants; Appendix B. Dimensions of the sun, moon and planets; Appendix C. Mean elements of the planetary orbits for the epoch 1975 January 0.5 E.T.; Appendix D. Elements and dimensions of the satellites; Appendix E. Ephemeris and universal time.
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Cambridge University Press Atoms Stars and Nebulae
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Cambridge University Press Spherical Astronomy
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Cambridge University Press Atoms Stars and Nebulae
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Cambridge University Press Beams and Jets in Astrophysics 19 Cambridge Astrophysics Series Number 19
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Cambridge University Press Introduction to Stellar Astrophysics
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Cambridge University Press Stellar Astrophysics Volume 3 03 Introduction to Stellar Astrophysics
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Cambridge University Press The Distribution of the Galaxies
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Cambridge University Press Electromagnetic Processes in Dispersive Media
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Cambridge University Press The Behavior of Chemical Elements in Stars
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Cambridge University Press Currents in Astrophysics and Cosmology
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Cambridge University Press Astrophysical Fluid Dynamics
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Cambridge University Press Gravitational NBody Simulations Tools and Algorithms Cambridge Monographs on Mathematical Physics
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Cambridge University Press Binaries as Tracers Stellar Ev
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Cambridge University Press Astrophysical Fluid Dynamics
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Cambridge University Press Modern Cosmology the Dark Matter 3 Cambridge Lecture Notes in Physics Series Number 3
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Cambridge University Press An Introduction to Relativistic Gravitation
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Cambridge University Press Hot Stars in the Galactic Halo
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Cambridge University Press Lectures on Solar and Planetary Dynamos
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Cambridge University Press The Sun as a Star
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Cambridge University Press Lectures Solar Planetary Dynamos 2 Publications of the Newton Institute Series Number 2
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Cambridge University Press Cosmology and Astrophysics through Problems
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Cambridge University Press The Sun as a Star
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Cambridge University Press The Analysis of Emission Lines 8 Space Telescope Science Institute Symposium Series Series Number 8
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Cambridge University Press Numerical Relativity Solving Einsteins Equations on the Computer
Book SynopsisAimed at students and researchers entering the field, this pedagogical introduction to numerical relativity will also interest scientists seeking a broad survey of its challenges and achievements. Assuming only a basic knowledge of classical general relativity, the book develops the mathematical formalism from first principles, and then highlights some of the pioneering simulations involving black holes and neutron stars, gravitational collapse and gravitational waves. The book contains 300 exercises to help readers master new material as it is presented. Numerous illustrations, many in color, assist in visualizing new geometric concepts and highlighting the results of computer simulations. Summary boxes encapsulate some of the most important results for quick reference. Applications covered include calculations of coalescing binary black holes and binary neutron stars, rotating stars, colliding star clusters, gravitational and magnetorotational collapse, critical phenomena, the generaTrade Review'Numerical relativity has come of age in the last few years, and Baumgarte and Shapiro have produced the first textbook on the subject. And what a book this is! Sufficiently complete to be an encyclopedia, yet accessible enough to be a genuine learning manual, the book is exceedingly well written. It covers virtually all aspects of numerical relativity, from formalism to the most modern application, and it is replete with beautiful and helpful diagrams. The book will serve as a useful reference to the researcher, and a source of enlightenment to many a student.' Eric Poisson, University of Guelph'Numerical relativity has come of age with a number of recent breakthroughs. Two leading experts give a lucid as well as richly detailed account building a bridge from the basics to current research - highly recommended.' Bernd Brügmann, Friedrich-Schiller-Universität'Over the last five years, there have been impressive advances in numerical relativity. It has now become a central area in the fast growing field of gravitational wave physics. These tools have played an important role also in the theory of critical phenomena associated with gravitational collapse, loop quantum cosmology and the discussion of quantum black holes and black branes. The book by Baumgarte and Shapiro provides an excellent introduction to the subject covering both, mathematical aspects and numerical techniques. The authors are world leaders in numerical relativity and their contributions have shaped neutron star simulations, the new frontier of this field. This book will soon become the standard advanced text for younger researchers entering the field and will also serve as the authoritative reference for senior researchers in numerical relativity and neighboring fields.' Abhay Ashtekhar, Director, Institute for Gravitation and the Cosmos, Pennsylvania State University'Quiescent black holes are well understood, but until recently nobody could calculate how they behave when they collide with each other, or are in the process of formation. Recent breakthroughs make such computations possible - an advance that is crucially important for understanding galactic nuclei and gravitational waves. Baumgarte and Shapiro are established leaders in this subject. Their book is a timely contribution to the literature, and the ideal primer for researchers newly attracted to the burgeoning field of computational relativity.' Martin Rees, Astronomer Royal and Master of Trinity College, Cambridge' … a well-written overview that includes a brief introduction to general relativity … and tips on matter sources of a gravitational field … the authors aim to make Numerical Relativity useful as a graduate-level textbook and not just a reference. That feature, and the text's coverage of neutron stars, distinguishes it from the other comprehensive treatments of the subject … It is difficult to imagine that a book covering a field at the intersection of multiple disciplines could please all possible audiences. Nonetheless, Numerical Relativity hits the mark in its quite comprehensive coverage. It will be useful for practitioners in the field and especially to graduate students wishing to join them in this active and exciting area of research.' Physics Today'… an interesting and valuable contribution to the literature on this subject.' Cern CourierTable of ContentsPreface; Suggestions for using this book; 1. General relativity preliminaries; 2. The 3+1 decomposition of Einstein's equations; 3. Constructing initial data; 4. Choosing coordinates: the lapse and shift; 5. Matter sources; 6. Numerical methods; 7. Locating black hole horizons; 8. Spherically symmetric spacetimes; 9. Gravitational waves; 10. Collapse of collisionless clusters in axisymmetry; 11. Recasting the evolution equations; 12. Binary black hole initial data; 13. Binary black hole evolution; 14. Rotating stars; 15. Binary neutron star initial data; 16. Binary neutron star evolution; 17. Binary black hole-neutron stars: initial data and evolution; 18. Epilogue; Appendixes; References; Index.
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Cambridge University Press Dark Energy
Book SynopsisIntroducing the theoretical ideas, observational methods and results, this textbook is a thorough introduction to the exciting field of dark energy. Ideally suited to graduate courses on dark energy, it contains problems with full solutions. Any calculations are worked through step-by-step.Trade Review'… tightly-packed, of a high standard, making appreciable demands upon the reader, student and researcher … [this book] succeeds in its purpose of bringing the reader closer to an appreciation of the wonders and the complexities that cosmology sets out to elucidate.' Contemporary Physics'One strength of Amendola and Tsujikawa's book is the level of detail it provides on dark energy models … comprehensive.' Joshua Frieman, Physics TodayTable of Contents1. Overview; 2. Expansion history of the universe; 3. Correlation function and power spectrum; 4. Basics of cosmological perturbation theory; 5. Observational evidence of dark energy; 6. Cosmological constant; 7. Dark energy as a modified form of matter I: quintessence; 8. Dark energy as a modified form of matter II; 9. Dark energy as a modification of gravity; 10. Cosmic acceleration without dark energy; 11. Dark energy and linear cosmological perturbations; 12. Non-linear cosmological perturbations; 13. Statistical methods in cosmology; 14. Future observational constraints on the nature of dark energy; 15. Conclusion and outlook; 16. Answers to the problems; 17. Mathematical appendix; Index.
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Cambridge University Press Dark Energy Observational and Theoretical Approaches
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Cambridge University Press James E. Keeler
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Cambridge University Press Advanced Astrophysics
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Cambridge University Press Handbook of Isotopes in the Cosmos
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Cambridge University Press The Physics and Chemistry of the Interstellar Medium
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Cambridge University Press Atomic Structure and Lifetimes
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Cambridge University Press Radiation Hydrodynamics
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