An Introduction to the Sun and Stars

An Introduction to the Sun and Stars

Second edition

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Publisher's Synopsis

Compiled by a team of experts, this textbook introduces the properties and evolution of the most immediately visible objects in the Universe - stars. Designed for elementary university courses in astronomy and astrophysics, it starts with a detailed discussion of our nearest star, the Sun, and describes how solar physicists have come to understand its internal workings. It then considers how we study the basic physical properties and life-cycles of more distant stars, culminating with a discussion of more 'exotic' objects, such as neutron stars and black holes. This second edition has a greater emphasis on the physical and spectral properties of stars, introducing stellar atmospheres, spectral line formation and the role of binary stars in the formation of compact objects. Avoiding complex mathematics, and generously illustrated in colour throughout, this accessible text is ideal for self-study and will appeal to both amateur astronomers and undergraduate students.

Book information

ISBN: 9781107492639
Publisher: The Open University
Imprint: Cambridge - Open University
Pub date:
Edition: Second edition
DEWEY: 523.8
DEWEY edition: 23
Language: English
Number of pages: 372
Weight: 1096g
Height: 264mm
Width: 212mm
Spine width: 20mm