The life and death of stars /
In this book, Kenneth R. Lang explains the life cycle of stars, from the dense molecular clouds that are stellar nurseries to the enigmatic nebulae that some stars leave behind in their violent ends. Free of mathematical equations and technical jargon, Lang's lively and accessible text provides...
| Основен автор: | Lang, Kenneth R. |
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| Формат: | Книга |
| Език: | English |
| Публикувано: |
Cambridge [England] ; New York :
Cambridge University Press,
2013.
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| Онлайн достъп: |
Cover image Cambridge Books Online |
| Резюме: |
In this book, Kenneth R. Lang explains the life cycle of stars, from the dense molecular clouds that are stellar nurseries to the enigmatic nebulae that some stars leave behind in their violent ends. Free of mathematical equations and technical jargon, Lang's lively and accessible text provides physical insights into how stars such as our Sun are born, what fuels them and keeps them bright, how they evolve, and the processes by which they eventually die. The book demonstrates the sheer scope and variety of stellar phenomena in the context of the universe as a whole. Boxed focus elements enhance nad amplify the discussion for readers who want more depth. Featuring more then 150 figures, including color plates, The Life and Death of Stars is a modern and up-to-date account of stars written for a broad audience, from armchair astronomers and popular-science readers to students and teachers of science. |
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| Физически характеристики: |
xiv, 332 p. : ill. ; 26 cm. |
| Библиография: |
Includes bibliographical references (p. 313-315) and indexes. |
| ISBN: |
110701638X (hardback) 9781107016385 (hardback) |