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Introductory Astronomy and Astrophysics,Used
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This focused, advanced undergraduate text provides broad coverage of astronomy and astrophysics with a strong emphasis on physics. Many researchers, faculty, and graduate students use this book as a reference. This text has an algebra and trigonometry prerequisite, but calculus is preferred. * 'Concept Applications' are fully workedout, inchapter problems that focus on an important concept found within that chapter. * 'Key Equations and Concepts' neatly summarize the important equations and concepts found in each chapter. New to this * Many new problems have been added, most 3rd Edition problems remain. * Physics Prelude serves as preview and preorganizer of the physics at a level appropriate to the book and the course. * Reorganization of Part 3Chapters on stellar evolution are now consecutive. * Key new astronomical material further enhances the text. * 'HaleBopp Comet Update' has been added after Chapter 26.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What topics are covered in 'Introductory Astronomy and Astrophysics'? A: The book provides broad coverage of astronomy and astrophysics with a strong emphasis on physics, including key concepts related to stellar evolution and various astronomical phenomena.
- Q: What is the prerequisite knowledge required for this book? A: The book has an algebra and trigonometry prerequisite, but a calculus background is preferred for a better understanding of the material.
- Q: Who is the author of this textbook? A: The textbook is authored by Michael Zeilik.
- Q: How many pages are in 'Introductory Astronomy and Astrophysics'? A: The book contains 520 pages.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: This is the Third Edition of 'Introductory Astronomy and Astrophysics'.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: Is the condition of the book new or used? A: The item condition is listed as acceptable.
- Q: What are 'Concept Applications' in the book? A: Concept Applications are fully worked-out, in-chapter problems that focus on important concepts found within each chapter.
- Q: What new features have been added in the latest edition? A: The latest edition includes many new problems, reorganized chapters on stellar evolution, and new astronomical material, along with a 'Hale-Bopp Comet Update' after Chapter 26.
- Q: Is this book suitable for graduate students? A: Yes, many researchers, faculty, and graduate students use this book as a reference due to its comprehensive coverage of advanced topics.