Astrophysical Fluid Dynamics - Softcover

Battaner, E.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0521437474 ISBN 13: 9780521437479

Publisher: Cambridge University Press, 1996

Synopsis

This textbook is a general introduction to the dynamics of astrophysical fluids for students with a knowledge of basic physics at the undergraduate level. No previous knowledge of fluid dynamics or astrophysics is required because the author develops all new concepts in context. The first four chapters cover classical fluids, relativistic fluids, photon fluids and plasma fluids, with many cosmic examples being included. The remaining six chapters deal with astrophysical applications: stars, stellar systems, astrophysical plasmas, cosmological applications, and large scale structure of the universe. Astrophysical fluid dynamics is a promising branch of astronomy, with wide applicability. This textbook considers the role of plasma and magnetism in planets, stars, galaxies, the interplanetary, interstellar and intergalactic media, as well as the universe at large.

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Book Description:

Astrophysical fluid dynamics is a promising branch of astronomy with wide applicability. This introductory textbook considers the role of plasma and magnetism in planets, stars, galaxies, the interplanetary, interstellar and intergalactic media, as well as the universe at large.

About this edition

• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Publication date: 1996
• ISBN 10: 0521437474
• ISBN 13: 9780521437479
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 260