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White Dwarfs: Cosmological and Galactic Probes

White Dwarfs: Cosmological and Galactic Probes (2005)

White Dwarfs: Cosmological and Galactic Probes

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"White Dwarfs: Cosmological and Galactic Probes" by E. Sion, S. Vennes, H. Shipman is a astronomy book and space science reference focused on Deep Sky & Solar System. Best for students, researchers, and serious astronomy enthusiasts.

The emphasis on white dwarf stars and cosmology arises from the most recent advances in cosmological and galactic structure research in which white dwarf stars are playing a very prominent role. Examples are Type Ia supernovae (i.e. white dwarf supernovae), the origin and evolution of the universe, the age of the galactic disk, cosmochronology using white dwarfs in globular clusters and galactic clusters, and the physics of accretion onto compact (very dense) stars. As an assisting guide to the reader, we have included, by invitation, comprehensive review articles in each of the four major areas of the book, white dwarf supernovae, cosmology, accretion physics and galactic structure. The reviews include introductory material that they build upon.

The book is suitable and most useful to advanced undergraduates, graduate students and scientific professionals (e.g. astronomers, astrophysicists, cosmologists, physicists).

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Best For: Advanced undergraduates, graduate students, and scientific professionals in astronomy, astrophysics, cosmology, and physics
Focus: The role of white dwarf stars in cosmology and galactic structure, including Type Ia supernovae, universe evolution, galactic disk age, cosmochronology, and accretion physics
Covers: White dwarf supernovae, cosmology, accretion physics, and galactic structure with comprehensive review articles including introductory material
Why It Matters: White dwarfs provide key insights into the origin and evolution of the universe, age of galactic components, and physical processes in dense stars, making them essential probes in modern cosmological and galactic research

"White Dwarfs: Cosmological and Galactic Probes" by E. Sion, S. Vennes, H. Shipman is a astronomy book and space science reference focused on Deep Sky & Solar System. Best for students, researchers, and serious astronomy enthusiasts.

Topic: Deep Sky & Solar System

Author: E. Sion, S. Vennes, H. Shipman

Who this is for:

  • Astronomy students
  • Researchers and advanced hobbyists
  • Readers exploring space science topics

Why this book matters: It matters because it helps readers build a stronger understanding of astronomy concepts, observations, and scientific ideas related to space.

The emphasis on white dwarf stars and cosmology arises from the most recent advances in cosmological and galactic structure research in which white dwarf stars are playing a very prominent role. Examples are Type Ia supernovae (i.e. white dwarf supernovae), the origin and evolution of the universe, the age of the galactic disk, cosmochronology using white dwarfs in globular clusters and galactic clusters, and the physics of accretion onto compact (very dense) stars. As an assisting guide to the reader, we have included, by invitation, comprehensive review articles in each of the four major areas of the book, white dwarf supernovae, cosmology, accretion physics and galactic structure. The reviews include introductory material that they build upon.

The book is suitable and most useful to advanced undergraduates, graduate students and scientific professionals (e.g. astronomers, astrophysicists, cosmologists, physicists).

AuthorE. Sion, S. Vennes, H. Shipman
PublisherSpringer Science & Business Media
Published2005-08-25
ISBN-139781402036934
BindingHardcover
Pages288
LanguageEnglish
SubjectsScience
TopicDeep Sky & Solar System
SeriesAstrophysics and Space Science Library

Format: Hardcover

Length: 288 pages

Language: English

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