Description
Basic concepts of astronomy, stellar structure and atmospheres, single star evolution, binary systems and mass transfer, compact objects, and dynamical systems are covered in the text. Readers will understand the astrophysics behind the populations of compact object binary systems and have sufficient background to delve deeper into specific areas of interest. In addition, derivations of important concepts and worked examples are included. No previous knowledge of astronomy is assumed, although a familiarity with undergraduate quantum mechanics, classical mechanics, and thermodynamics is beneficial.
About the Author
Matthew Benacquista, University of Texas at Brownsville, Brownsville, USA, benacquista@phys.utb.edu
Book Information
ISBN 9781441999900
Author Matthew Benacquista
Format Paperback
Page Count 262
Imprint Springer-Verlag New York Inc.
Publisher Springer-Verlag New York Inc.