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61. Stellar Spectral Classification (Princeton Series in Astrophysics) by Richard O. Gray, Christopher J. Corbally | |
Paperback: 592
Pages
(2009-03-09)
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Stelllar Spectral Classification |
62. Stellar Atmospheres (A Series of books in astronomy and astrophysics) by Dimitri Mihalas | |
Hardcover: 632
Pages
(1978-05)
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63. Recollections of "Tucson Operations": The Millimeter-Wave Observatory of the National Radio Astronomy Observatory (Astrophysics and Space Science Library) by M.A. Gordon | |
Paperback: 221
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(2010-11-30)
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Editorial Review Product Description A personal account of the evolution of millimeter-wave astronomy at the US National Radio Astronomy Observatory. The author recounts the behind-the-scenes activities of the staff from the beginnings at Kitt Peak to the closing of the Tuscon offices. Customer Reviews (1)
Good read for certain people |
64. The Victorian Amateur Astronomer: Independent Astronomical Research in Britain 1820-1920 (Wiley PRAXIS Series in Astronomy & Astrophysics) by Allan Chapman | |
Hardcover: 448
Pages
(1999-01-12)
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How Space Exploration began at the Amateur Level! Enjoy!! ... Read more |
65. Observational Astrophysics (Astronomy and Astrophysics Library) by Pierre Lena, Francois Lebrun, Francois Mignard | |
Paperback: 512
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(2010-11-02)
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takes you to the frontiers |
66. High Energy Astrophysics: Volume 2, Stars, the Galaxy and the Interstellar Medium (Volume 0) by Malcolm S. Longair | |
Paperback: 412
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(1994-08-26)
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Good book, but outdated 14 years later
One of the best books about Cosmic Rays Astrophysics |
67. The Stars (Astronomy and Astrophysics Library) by Evry L. Schatzman, Francoise Praderie | |
Hardcover: 402
Pages
(1993-06-04)
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68. Astrophysics, Clocks and Fundamental Constants (Lecture Notes in Physics) | |
Paperback: 346
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(2010-11-02)
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Editorial Review Product Description The question of a possible temporal variation of the fundamental constants was raised by Paul Dirac in his "large number hypothesis" in 1937. Today it appears in the context of the search for a unified theory of the fundamental interactions. It touches both fundamental and applied physics, as the postulate of the unalterability of the constants is the foundation for modern metrology. The book presents reviews written by leading experts in the field. Focussing on the question of variations of the fundamental "constants" in time or space, the chapters cover the theoretical framework in which variations are expected and the search for variations of quantities like the fine-structure constant, the electron/proton mass ratio, g-factors of proton and neutron etc. in astrophysical and geophysical observations and in precision experiments with atomic clocks and frequency standards. |
69. Radio Astrophysics: Nonthermal Processes in Galactic and Extragalactic Sources (A Series of books in astronomy and astrophysics) by A.G. Pacholczyk | |
Hardcover: 290
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(1970-09-21)
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70. Astronomy & Astrophysics with CD-ROM (Physics) (Physics (Infinity Science Press)) by A. B. Bhattacharya, S. Joardar, R. Bhattacharya | |
Hardcover: 500
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(2008-04-18)
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Humanity's current understanding of the Universe |
71. Astrophysics of the Sun by Harold Zirin | |
Paperback: 448
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(1988-07-29)
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A must for the solar astronomer Of course it is written in a very"academic" style because it is intended for astrophysics graduatestudents and researchers, but it can be read by advanced amateurs who arenot afraid of mathematical formulas. ... Read more |
72. The Sun from Space (Astronomy and Astrophysics Library) by Kenneth R. Lang | |
Hardcover: 558
Pages
(2008-12-12)
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Editorial Review Product Description The first edition of The Sun From Space, completed in 1999, focused on the early accomplishments of three solar spacecraft, SOHO, Ulysses and Yohkoh, primarily during a minimum in the Sun's 11-year cycle of magnetic activity. This comprehensive Second Edition includes the main findings of these three spacecraft over an entire activity cycle, including two minima and a maximum, and discusses the significant results of six further solar missions. It contains the relevant discoveries of the past decade, integrated into chapters completely rewritten for the purposes of this book. This provides a fresh perspective on the major topics of solar enquiry, written in an enjoyable, easily understood text accessible to all readers, from the interested layperson to the student or professional. After describing the scientific objectives of the nine solar missions and a historical perspective on studies of the Sun and heliosphere, the author presents key advances in our understanding of the solar interior, the heating of the million-degree outer atmosphere of the Sun, known as the solar corona, the origin and nature of the solar winds, the cause, prediction and propagation of explosive solar flares and coronal mass ejections, and all aspects of space-weather interactions of the Sun with the Earth, with unprotected astronauts on the Moon or Mars, and with spacecraft in outer space. The author is known also for his famous books "Astrophysical Formulae", "Sun, Earth and Sky", and the prize-winning "Wanderers in Space", he has succeeded once again in addressing a complex scientific topic in a very approachable way. Hence, this generously illustrated book, whilst primarily addressing students, will also be of interest to a broader readership covering all levels from the amateur to the expert. Customer Reviews (2)
good info., poorly written On page 73 we read, about the Sun's oscillations: "That interval is similar to the separation between the most intense contractions during child birth, at least during the birth of my children." OK, did we really need to know that in an _astrophysics_ text?
Solar astronomy for the educated layman The book is organized well.It has sections on the three space missions, the space environment, helioseismology, the corona, the solar wind, solar activity, and the Sun-Earth connection.Each chapter concludes with a chronology of important scientific discoveries in the field.The book also includes side boxes containing key concepts in understanding the physics described in the text.Apparently these were included so the text might be used for a undergraduate course; but the academic level of these side boxes is so inconsistent I do not think this book alone could be used as a text.The book concludes with a set of Internet addresses (it is a pity that the movies that have been made of solar phenomena cannot be incorporated into a printed book) and an extensive list of references to original papers. The book's strength is its illustrations, which cover almost every observable aspect of the Sun.Many of these are taken from seminal papers in the field, and the author is careful to give credit where credit is due.If the book has a weakness, it is this scrupulousness in attributing discoveries to scientists:the author sometimes presents the discoveries in piecemeal fashion.He thus sometimes fails to present an entire coherent picture of a phenomenon, while presenting parts of the picture many times.He also has an annoying idiosyncrasy of writing out powers of ten and units (e.g., "50,000 to 1.2 million meters per second") rather than using an appropriate abbreviation (50 - 1200 km/s); I often found myself converting his writing in my head to get a feel for the numbers. In general, the book is an excellent introduction to this field and I recommend it for that purpose.It is not adequate preparation for someone wishing to enter the field of solar physics, but it is not a coffee-table paperweight either.It gives the reader the ability to understand what solar scientists are talking about, and what the target science is for the various missions in NASA's Sun-Earth Connection enterprise. ... Read more |
73. Foundations of High-Energy Astrophysics (Theoretical Astrophysics) by Mario Vietri | |
Hardcover: 568
Pages
(2008-04-01)
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74. The Interstellar Medium (Astronomy and Astrophysics Library) by James Lequeux | |
Paperback: 437
Pages
(2010-11-30)
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Editorial Review Product Description Describing interstellar matter in our galaxy in all of its various forms, this book also considers the physical and chemical processes that are occurring within this matter. The first seven chapters present the various components making up the interstellar matter and detail the ways that we are able to study them. The following seven chapters are devoted to the physical, chemical and dynamical processes that control the behaviour of interstellar matter. These include the instabilities and cloud collapse processes that lead to the formation of stars. The last chapter summarizes the transformations that can occur between the different phases of the interstellar medium. Emphasizing methods over results, The Interstellar Medium is written for graduate students, for young astronomers, and also for any researchers who have developed an interest in the interstellar medium. |
75. Relativity, Astrophysics and Cosmology, 2 Volume Set by Radoje Belusevic | |
Hardcover: 1122
Pages
(2008-08-19)
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Editorial Review Product Description Written by an author with unique research experience at prestigious institutions, this self-contained text provides a comprehensive introduction to modern astrophysics and cosmology. The physical and mathematical concepts essential for a thorough understanding of the classical theory of fields are carefully developed. Some relevant aspects of thermodynamics, statistical physics and elementary particle physics are reviewed. Considerable emphasis is placed on the description of experimental techniques and results. From the contents: Customer Reviews (1)
Offers an analysis of elementary particles, astrophysics and cosmology |
76. Compact Objects in Astrophysics: White Dwarfs, Neutron Stars and Black Holes by Max Camenzind | |
Hardcover: 682
Pages
(2005)
Isbn: 3540257705 Canada | United Kingdom | Germany | France | Japan | |
77. The Symbiotic Stars (Cambridge Astrophysics) by S. J. Kenyon | |
Paperback: 300
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(2009-01-11)
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78. Fundamentals of Stellar Astrophysics by George W. Collins | |
Hardcover: 494
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(1989-03)
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79. Encyclopedia of Astronomy and Astrophysics | |
Hardcover: 3670
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(2001)
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A must have for any student, scholor or fan of Astronomy
Master Piece |
80. The Cosmic Century: A History of Astrophysics and Cosmology by Malcolm S. Longair | |
Hardcover: 565
Pages
(2006-06-26)
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Cosmology for the technically literate non-specialist
Reaching for the stars |
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