Fundamental Astronomy
Editat de Hannu Karttunen, Pekka Kröger, Heikki Oja, Markku Poutanen, Karl Johan Donneren Limba Engleză Paperback – 16 noi 2014
În peisajul academic actual, Fundamental Astronomy reprezintă un pilon fundamental pentru cursurile introductive de astronomie la nivel universitar. Ajuns la a șasea ediție, acest volum editat de Hannu Karttunen și echipa sa de la Universitatea din Turku, se adaptează ritmului accelerat în care evoluează explorarea spațială, oferind o bază teoretică riguroasă, ancorată în principii fizice solide. Remarcăm o restructurare atentă a conținutului: capitolul extins despre sistemul solar a fost divizat pentru o mai bună claritate, separând trăsăturile generale de analiza corpurilor cerești individuale, în timp ce noile descoperiri despre exoplanete beneficiază acum de o secțiune dedicată. Suntem de părere că progresia materialului este exemplară pentru un manual de referință. Cartea debutează cu aspectele clasice ale astronomiei sferice și instrumentației, avansează spre mecanica cerească și fotometrie, pentru ca în a doua jumătate să abordeze teme complexe precum evoluția stelară, mediul interstelar și structura galaxiilor. Această ediție a fost modernizată substanțial, în special în zonele dinamice ale cosmologiei și astrofizicii extragalactice. Comparativ cu Introduction to Astronomy and Cosmology de Ian Morison, care oferă de asemenea o bază solidă pentru studenții din primul an, Fundamental Astronomy adoptă o abordare mai tehnică și mai cuprinzătoare, fiind ideală pentru cei care doresc să treacă de la textele populare la o înțelegere matematică și fizică a fenomenelor. În timp ce Astronomy de Andrew Fraknoi pune accent pe explicații non-tehnice și analogii, volumul de față menține un echilibru precis între conceptele astronomice și legile fizicii care le guvernează, pregătind cititorul pentru studii avansate în domeniu.
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Specificații
ISBN-13: 9783642421105
ISBN-10: 3642421105
Pagini: 524
Ilustrații: XI, 510 p.
Dimensiuni: 201 x 250 x 29 mm
Greutate: 1.08 kg
Ediția:5th edition 2007
Editura: Springer
Locul publicării:Berlin, Heidelberg, Germany
ISBN-10: 3642421105
Pagini: 524
Ilustrații: XI, 510 p.
Dimensiuni: 201 x 250 x 29 mm
Greutate: 1.08 kg
Ediția:5th edition 2007
Editura: Springer
Locul publicării:Berlin, Heidelberg, Germany
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Public țintă
Lower undergraduateDe ce să citești această carte
Recomandăm această ediție a șasea studenților la fizică și astronomie, dar și amatorilor dedicați care caută o rigoare superioară manualelor comerciale. Cititorul câștigă o perspectivă actualizată asupra sistemului solar și a exoplanetelor, beneficiind de o structură didactică ce facilitează înțelegerea mecanismelor radiației și a structurii stelare prin date concrete și revizuiri recente din domeniu.
Despre autor
Hannu Karttunen este un respectat astronom și Systems Manager la Observatorul Tuorla din cadrul Universității din Turku, Finlanda. Expertiza sa în gestionarea datelor observaționale și în educația academică se reflectă în calitatea editorială a acestui manual, devenit referință internațională. Alături de co-editorii Pekka Kröger, Heikki Oja, Markku Poutanen și Karl Johan Donner, Karttunen a reușit să mențină relevanța acestui text încă de la prima ediție din 1987, adaptându-l constant la noile tehnologii și descoperiri din astrofizica modernă.
Descriere scurtă
Fundamental Astronomy gives a well-balanced and comprehensive introduction to the topics of classical and modern astronomy. While emphasizing both the astronomical concepts and the underlying physical principles, the text provides a sound basis for more profound studies in the astronomical sciences.
The fifth edition of this successful undergraduate textbook has been extensively modernized and extended in the parts dealing with the Milky Way, extragalactic astronomy and cosmology as well as with extrasolar planets and the solar system (as a consequence of recent results from satellite missions and the new definition by the International Astronomical Union of planets, dwarf planets and small solar-system bodies). Furthermore a new chapter on astrobiology has been added.
Long considered a standard text for physical science majors, Fundamental Astronomy is also an excellent reference and entrée for dedicated amateur astronomers.
The fifth edition of this successful undergraduate textbook has been extensively modernized and extended in the parts dealing with the Milky Way, extragalactic astronomy and cosmology as well as with extrasolar planets and the solar system (as a consequence of recent results from satellite missions and the new definition by the International Astronomical Union of planets, dwarf planets and small solar-system bodies). Furthermore a new chapter on astrobiology has been added.
Long considered a standard text for physical science majors, Fundamental Astronomy is also an excellent reference and entrée for dedicated amateur astronomers.
Cuprins
Spherical Astronomy.- Observations and Instruments.- Photometric Concepts and Magnitudes.- Radiation Mechanisms.- Celestial Mechanics.- The Solar System.- Stellar Spectra.- Binary Stars and Stellar Masses.- Stellar Structure.- Stellar Evolution.- The Sun.- Variable Stars.- Compact Stars.- The Interstellar Medium.- Star Clusters and Associations.- The Milky Way.- Galaxies.- Cosmology.- Astrobiology.
Recenzii
"For the book to reach the fourth edition, it must be hitting a niche in the market. The preface to the first edition in 1987 identifies that market as a ‘university textbook for a first course in astronomy’ which is also suited for serious amateurs who ‘find the popular texts too trivial’. In my opinion, that description from the original preface is ‘spot on’ and makes this volume a must-buy for any serious amateur looking for a comprehensive overview of matters astronomical." (Roger Feasey, Auckland Astronomical Society Journal, March 2004)
"This work remains a most excellent textbook for the student as well as the dedicated amateur astronomer." (ORION 62/321, )
"If you are looking for a solid undergraduate text outlining the physics which underpins so much of modern astronomy then this book will be a very useful addition to your personal library." (Astronomy Now, May 2004)
"… The wide range of expertise gives the book an authority that would be almost impossible for a single-author text ... There are other aids to the reader: worked examples ... starred sections in small print take the inquisitive reader beyond the general level of the book." (Nature)
"… Unique among available texts and has so much to offer ... No one involved in astronomy teaching will want to be without a copy." (The Physics Teacher)
"Gives a solid foundation to the basic ideas of astronomy in a clear and accessible fashion … Fundamental ideas are developed clearly and applied to real problems, and solutions are worked out." (Sky & Telescope)
From the reviews of the fourth edition:
"This book will well serve its readership which includes both undergraduate physical science and mathematics students … . covers all the important subjects of an introductory course in astronomy. … is beautifully illustrated with many black and white and color photographs, which will be most appealing … .they have produced a book that will prove useful for many years … . As such it is highly recommended … to the general reader who wants to be pleasantly and highly informed about astronomy." (Fernande Grandjean, Gary J. Long, Physicalia, Vol. 26(1), 2004)
"The book remains a calculus-based textbook and reference source containing many exercises … for the proper comprehension of the subjects treated. … This work remains a most excellent textbook for the student as well as the dedicated amateur astronomer. … can considerably widen the vision of the student … ." (Noël Cramer, ORIAN-Zeitschrift der Schweizerischen Astronomischen Gesellschaft Vol. 62(321), 2004)
"Fundamental Astronomy is both the title and an excellent description of the content … . is also suited for serious amateurs who "find the popular texts too trivial". In my opinion … this volume a must-buy for any serious amateur looking for a comprehensive overview of matters astronomical. … Its usefulness for education purposes is enhanced by worked examples in each section followed by exercises." (AAS Journal, March, 2004)
"This is the 4th edition of this well known and well tested undergraduate-level text on astronomy. … All the derivations are well done and the problems selected for student work are interesting and will undoubtedly help the student in his or her studies. … if you are looking for a solid undergraduate text outlining the physics which underpins so much of modern astronomy then this book will be a very useful addition to your personal library." (Kevin P. Marshall, Astronomy Now, May, 2004)
From the reviews of the fifth edition:“This textbook, suitable for a university first course in astronomy, is the outgrowth of a long and outstanding astronomical tradition in Finland, and the result of an extensive collaborative effort, which included also teaching and interaction with many people. … I highly recommend this book forclass use … it will be useful for professionals as well.” (Bruno Bertotti, Prometeo, Vol. 24 (3-4), 2008)
"This work remains a most excellent textbook for the student as well as the dedicated amateur astronomer." (ORION 62/321, )
"If you are looking for a solid undergraduate text outlining the physics which underpins so much of modern astronomy then this book will be a very useful addition to your personal library." (Astronomy Now, May 2004)
"… The wide range of expertise gives the book an authority that would be almost impossible for a single-author text ... There are other aids to the reader: worked examples ... starred sections in small print take the inquisitive reader beyond the general level of the book." (Nature)
"… Unique among available texts and has so much to offer ... No one involved in astronomy teaching will want to be without a copy." (The Physics Teacher)
"Gives a solid foundation to the basic ideas of astronomy in a clear and accessible fashion … Fundamental ideas are developed clearly and applied to real problems, and solutions are worked out." (Sky & Telescope)
From the reviews of the fourth edition:
"This book will well serve its readership which includes both undergraduate physical science and mathematics students … . covers all the important subjects of an introductory course in astronomy. … is beautifully illustrated with many black and white and color photographs, which will be most appealing … .they have produced a book that will prove useful for many years … . As such it is highly recommended … to the general reader who wants to be pleasantly and highly informed about astronomy." (Fernande Grandjean, Gary J. Long, Physicalia, Vol. 26(1), 2004)
"The book remains a calculus-based textbook and reference source containing many exercises … for the proper comprehension of the subjects treated. … This work remains a most excellent textbook for the student as well as the dedicated amateur astronomer. … can considerably widen the vision of the student … ." (Noël Cramer, ORIAN-Zeitschrift der Schweizerischen Astronomischen Gesellschaft Vol. 62(321), 2004)
"Fundamental Astronomy is both the title and an excellent description of the content … . is also suited for serious amateurs who "find the popular texts too trivial". In my opinion … this volume a must-buy for any serious amateur looking for a comprehensive overview of matters astronomical. … Its usefulness for education purposes is enhanced by worked examples in each section followed by exercises." (AAS Journal, March, 2004)
"This is the 4th edition of this well known and well tested undergraduate-level text on astronomy. … All the derivations are well done and the problems selected for student work are interesting and will undoubtedly help the student in his or her studies. … if you are looking for a solid undergraduate text outlining the physics which underpins so much of modern astronomy then this book will be a very useful addition to your personal library." (Kevin P. Marshall, Astronomy Now, May, 2004)
From the reviews of the fifth edition:“This textbook, suitable for a university first course in astronomy, is the outgrowth of a long and outstanding astronomical tradition in Finland, and the result of an extensive collaborative effort, which included also teaching and interaction with many people. … I highly recommend this book forclass use … it will be useful for professionals as well.” (Bruno Bertotti, Prometeo, Vol. 24 (3-4), 2008)
Caracteristici
Fundamental Astronomy is an established, widely-adopted textbook for physical-science majors that gives a well-balanced and comprehensive, calculus-based introduction to the topics of classical and modern astronomy and astrophysics Richly illustrated with more than 400 images, including 36 color plates New edition offers substantial new material on extragalactic astronomy, cosmology, and extra-solar planets (in addition to updates throughout) While emphasizing both the astronomical concepts and the underlying physical principles, the text provides a sound basis for more profound studies in the astronomical sciences From reviews of earlier editions Very clearly aimed at the science student market, and would make an excellent undergraduate or starting post-graduate textbook.... This book represents excellent value for the serious student of astronomy and astrophysics, and I would highly recommend it as a general undergraduate text. It covers the whole field of modern astronomy in a clear and concise way that is rare in modern introductory-level textbooks." Contemporary Physics Gives a solid foundation to the basic ideas of astronomy in a clear and accessible fashion… Fundamental ideas are developed clearly and applied to real problems, and solutions are worked out." Sky & Telescope Includes supplementary material: sn.pub/extras
Notă biografică
Hannu Karttunen is a Finnish astronomer and science writer. He is an associate professor at Turku University and works at Tuorla Observatory. Besides astronomical articles Dr. Karttunen has published astronomy textbooks and teaching material as well as articles for anthologies and encyclopedias. Karttunen has also produced a radio lecture series on astronomy. Hannu Karttunen received the 1998 Tieto-Finlandia Award for his book Oldest science: Astronomy Stone Age to the mission to the moon, and, in2007, the Finnish News Writers Association Tietopöllö Award for his writings and books for children and young people.
Heikki Oja is a Finnish astronomer and associate professor at the University of Helsinki, as well as the former director of the Almanac Office. Dr. Oja has written dozens of non-technical non-fiction books and appeared frequently on the radio to talk about astronomy and space research. He has received several awards for his outreach activities.
Heikki Oja is a Finnish astronomer and associate professor at the University of Helsinki, as well as the former director of the Almanac Office. Dr. Oja has written dozens of non-technical non-fiction books and appeared frequently on the radio to talk about astronomy and space research. He has received several awards for his outreach activities.
Textul de pe ultima copertă
Now in its sixth edition this successful undergraduate textbook gives a well-balanced and comprehensive introduction to the topics of classical and modern astronomy. While emphasizing both the astronomical concepts and the underlying physical principles, the text provides a sound basis for more profound studies in the astronomical sciences.
The chapters on galactic and extragalactic astronomy as well as cosmology were extensively modernized in the previous edition. In this new edition they have been further revised to include more recent results. The long chapter on the solar system has been split into two parts: the first one deals with the general properties, and the other one describes individual objects. A new chapter on exoplanets has been added to the end of the book next to the chapter on astrobiology.
In response to the fact that astronomy has evolved enormously over the last few years, only a few chapters of this book have been left unmodified.
Long considered a standard text for physical science majors, Fundamental Astronomy is also an excellent reference and entrée for dedicated amateur astronomers. For their benefit the introductory chapter has been extended to give a brief summary of the different types of celestial objects.
From reviews of earlier editions:
"… The wide range of expertise gives the book an authority that would be almost impossible for a single-author text ... There are other aids to the reader: worked examples ... starred sections in small print take the inquisitive reader beyond the general level of the book." (Nature)
“This textbook, suitable for a university first course in astronomy, is the outgrowth of a long and outstanding astronomical tradition in Finland, and the result of an extensive collaborative effort, which included also teaching and interaction with many people. … I highly recommend this book for class use … it will be useful for professionals as well.” (Bruno Bertotti, Prometeo, Vol. 24 (3-4), 2008)
The chapters on galactic and extragalactic astronomy as well as cosmology were extensively modernized in the previous edition. In this new edition they have been further revised to include more recent results. The long chapter on the solar system has been split into two parts: the first one deals with the general properties, and the other one describes individual objects. A new chapter on exoplanets has been added to the end of the book next to the chapter on astrobiology.
In response to the fact that astronomy has evolved enormously over the last few years, only a few chapters of this book have been left unmodified.
Long considered a standard text for physical science majors, Fundamental Astronomy is also an excellent reference and entrée for dedicated amateur astronomers. For their benefit the introductory chapter has been extended to give a brief summary of the different types of celestial objects.
From reviews of earlier editions:
"… The wide range of expertise gives the book an authority that would be almost impossible for a single-author text ... There are other aids to the reader: worked examples ... starred sections in small print take the inquisitive reader beyond the general level of the book." (Nature)
“This textbook, suitable for a university first course in astronomy, is the outgrowth of a long and outstanding astronomical tradition in Finland, and the result of an extensive collaborative effort, which included also teaching and interaction with many people. … I highly recommend this book for class use … it will be useful for professionals as well.” (Bruno Bertotti, Prometeo, Vol. 24 (3-4), 2008)