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Astrophysics is the physics of the stars, and more widely the physics of the Universe. It enables us to understand the structure and evolution of planetary systems, stars, galaxies, interstellar gas, and the cosmos as a whole.In this Very Short Introduction, the leading astrophysicist James Binney shows how the field of astrophysics has expanded rapidly in the past century, with vast quantities of data gathered by telescopes exploiting all parts of the electromagnetic spectrum, combined with the rapid advance of computing power, which has allowed increasingly effective mathematical modelling. He illustrates how the application of fundamental principles of physics the consideration of energy and mass, and momentum and the two pillars of relativity and quantum mechanics, has provided insights into phenomena ranging from rapidly spinning millisecond pulsars to the collision of giant spiral galaxies. This is a clear, rigorous introduction to astrophysics for those keen to cut their teeth on a conceptual treatment involving some mathematics.ABOUT THE SERIES: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocketsized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable
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- Q: What is the main topic of 'Astrophysics: A Very Short Introduction'? A: The book focuses on astrophysics, covering the physics of stars, planetary systems, galaxies, and the universe as a whole.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is James Binney, a leading astrophysicist.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 176 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: This book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: When was 'Astrophysics: A Very Short Introduction' published? A: The book was published on June 1, 2016.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in astrophysics? A: Yes, it is designed as a clear and rigorous introduction to astrophysics, suitable for those new to the subject.
- Q: Does this book include illustrations? A: Yes, it is an illustrated edition.
- Q: What can I expect to learn from this book? A: Readers can expect to learn about fundamental principles of astrophysics, including energy, mass, momentum, relativity, and quantum mechanics.
- Q: Is this book part of a series? A: Yes, it is part of the Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press.
- Q: What makes this book different from other astrophysics books? A: Its concise format and accessible writing style make complex topics easy to understand for readers without a strong background in science.