Astrophysics update. 2 by Mason, John (John W.) instant download

Astrophysics update. 2 by Mason, John (John W.) instant download

1 online resource (xiii, 398 pages) :, \"Astrophysics Updates\" is intended to serve the information needs of professional astronomers and postgraduate students about areas of astronomy, astrophysics and cosmology that are rich and active research spheres. Observational methods and the latest results of astronomical research are presented as well as their theoretical foundations and interrelations. The contributed commissioned articles are written by leading exponents in a format that will appeal to professional astronomers and astrophysicists who are interested in topics outside their own specific areas of research. This collection of timely reviews may also attract the interest of advanced amateur astronomers seeking scientifically rigorous coverage, Includes bibliographical references and index, Print version record, Brown Dwarfs -- The Formation, Structure and Evolution of Neutron Stars -- The Oldest Stars -- Applications of Supernovae in Cosmology -- Galaxies in the Young Universe -- Active Galactic Nuclei and Starburst Galaxies -- Consequences and Importance of Galaxy Collisions and Mergers -- Formation and Evolution of Supermassive Black Holes -- Gravitational Lensing and Microlensing -- Giant Optical/Ir Telescopes in Cosmological Research -- Dark Energy -- Astrophysical Tests of Braneworld Scenarios -- the Hubble Ultra Deep Field