Items related to The Cosmological Background Radiation
Synopsis
This book provides an introduction to the physics, astrophysics and cosmology of the cosmic microwave background radiation. Adopting the Standard Big Bang model of the universe, the authors cover topics including the origin of the background, intrinsic fluctuations, and the universe and background radiation after recombination. Finally they present measurement of the radiation and its anisotropies, along with a review of the current status of results and experiments. The authors assume the reader has a basic understanding of the central concepts of general relativity, but they avoid complex mathematical proofs and manipulations, preferring instead to concentrate on the information needed by hands-on cosmologists and astrophysicists. In this first edition in the English language, the authors have completely revised the text of the French edition. The level is ideally suited to final-year undergraduates in physics or astronomy.
"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
Book Description
Cosmology courses are very popular with physics undergraduates. Unfortunately, not many of these students have the rigorous mathematical training that is needed to read most textbooks. This textbook is different: introductory cosmology specifically for final-year physicists. It is a concise treatment which can be mastered in a short lecture course. The authors first introduce the concepts of the Standard Big Bang cosmology model. Then they describe the origin and properties of the background radiation. Finally there is an up-to-date account of current experiments and their results.
Review
"The discovery of cosmic background radiation is considered one of the great discoveries of this century; this book is an excellent overview of what is now known about this radiation...an up-to-date and thorough study..." Choice
"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.
- PublisherCambridge University Press
- Publication date1999
- ISBN 10 0521574374
- ISBN 13 9780521574372
- BindingPaperback
- LanguageEnglish
- Edition number1
- Number of pages262
Search results for The Cosmological Background Radiation
Stock Image
The Cosmological Background Radiation
Published by
Cambridge University Press, 1999
ISBN 10: 0521574374
ISBN 13: 9780521574372
Used
Softcover
Seller: Powell's Bookstores Chicago, ABAA, Chicago, IL, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Used - Very Good. 1999. Paperback. Pap. Minor shelf-wear. Prev. owner's name at front, otherwise sound and clean. Very Good. Seller Inventory # S86543
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
The Cosmological Background Radiation
Published by
Cambridge University Press, 1999
ISBN 10: 0521574374
ISBN 13: 9780521574372
Used
Softcover
Seller: Anybook.com, Lincoln, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Fair. This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside.This book has soft covers. Book contains pencil markings. In fair condition, suitable as a study copy. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item,550grams, ISBN:9780521574372. Seller Inventory # 9935112
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
The Cosmological Background Radiation: Echo of the Early Universe
Published by
Cambridge University Press, 1999
ISBN 10: 0521574374
ISBN 13: 9780521574372
Used
Soft cover
Seller: Paisleyhaze Books, New Hartford, CT, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Soft cover. Condition: As New. Cambridge University Press trade paperback, 1999, unused, No marks/creases or other defects; (as New). We will bubble-wrap the book and ship it in a BOX with delivery confirmation/tracking. Seller Inventory # 70862
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
The Cosmological Background Radiation
Published by
Cambridge University Press, 1999
ISBN 10: 0521574374
ISBN 13: 9780521574372
Used
Softcover
Seller: Anybook.com, Lincoln, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Fair. This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside.This book has soft covers. In fair condition, suitable as a study copy. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item,550grams, ISBN:9780521574372. Seller Inventory # 9966510
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
The Cosmological Background Radiation
Published by
Cambridge University Press, 1999
ISBN 10: 0521574374
ISBN 13: 9780521574372
Used
Paperback
Seller: Mispah books, Redhill, SURRE, United Kingdom
Seller rating 4 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: Like New. LIKE NEW. book. Seller Inventory # ERICA82805215743743
Quantity: 1 available