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Fundamentals of Astronomy (Hardcover, 2nd edition)
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Fundamentals of Astronomy (Hardcover, 2nd edition)
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Providing a broad overview of foundational concepts, this second
edition of Fundamentals of Astronomy covers topics ranging from
spherical astronomy to reference systems, and celestial mechanics
to astronomical photometry and spectroscopy. It expounds arguments
of classical astronomy that provided the foundation for modern
astrometry, whilst presenting the latest results of the
very-long-baseline interferometry (VLBI) radio technique, optical
interferometers and satellites such as Hipparcos and GAIA, and
recent resolutions of the IAU and IERS regarding precession, forced
and free nutation, and Earth figure and rotation. Concepts of
general relativity are explored, such as the advance of Mercury's
perihelion, light deflection and black holes, in addition to the
physical properties, orbits, and ephemerides of planets, comets and
asteroids with an extension to visual binary stars orbital
reconstruction. Extrasolar planets are also discussed, with
reference to radial velocity and transits measurements by ground
and space telescopes. Basic concepts of astronomical photometry,
spectroscopy and polarimetry are given, including the influence of
the terrestrial atmosphere. Classical works, such as Hipparchus,
are mentioned in order to provide a flavor of the historical
development of the field. It is an ideal textbook for undergraduate
and graduate students studying astronomy, astrophysics,
mathematics, and engineering. Supplementary and explanatory notes
provide readers with references to additional material published in
other literature and scientific journals, whilst solved and
unsolved exercises allow students to review their understanding of
the material. Features: Provides an introductory vision of
arguments from spherical astronomy to celestial mechanics to
astronomical photometry and spectroscopy Presents the information
at an introductory level without sacrificing scientific rigor Fully
updated throughout with the latest results in the field
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