Whether searching for extra-terrestrial life, managing the effects of space weather or learning about dark matter, the study astrophysics has profound implications for us all. NASA scientist and astronomer Sten Odenwald explains the key concepts of this vast topic, bringing clarity to some of the great mysteries of space.
These include:
The theory of relativity
Cosmic background radiation
The evolution of stars
The formation of the solar system
The nature of exoplanets
Space weather systems
Filled with helpful diagrams and simple summaries, Knowledge in a Nutshell: Astrophysics is perfect for the non-expert, taking the complexities of space science and making them tangible.
ABOUT THE SERIES: The critically-acclaimed Knowledge in a Nutshell series provides accessible and engaging introductions to wide-ranging topics, written by experts in their fields.
| ISBN: | 9781789502206 |
| Publication date: | 15th November 2019 |
| Author: | Sten F Odenwald |
| Publisher: | Arcturus an imprint of Arcturus Publishing |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Pagination: | 240 pages |
| Series: | Knowledge in a Nutshell |
| Genres: |
Astrophysics Popular astronomy and space Astronomy, space and time |