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An Introduction to the Physics of Interstellar Dust (Hardcover)
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An Introduction to the Physics of Interstellar Dust (Hardcover)
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Streamlining the extensive information from the original, highly
acclaimed monograph, this new An Introduction to the Physics of
Interstellar Dust provides a concise reference and overview of
interstellar dust and the interstellar medium. Drawn from a
graduate course taught by the author, a highly regarded figure in
the field, this all-in-one book emphasizes astronomical formulae
and astronomical problems to give a solid foundation for the
further study of interstellar medium. Covering all phenomena
associated with cosmic dust, this inclusive text eliminates the
need to consult special physical literature by providing a
comprehensive introduction in one source. The book addresses the
absorption and scattering of dust, its creation in old stars, as
well as emission, cohesion, and electrical charge. With strong
attention to detail, the author facilitates a complete
understanding from which to build a more versatile application and
manipulation of the information. Providing insightful explanations
for the utilization of many formulae, the author instructs in the
effective investigation of astronomical objects for determining
basic parameters. The book offers numerous figures displaying basic
properties of dust such as optical constants, specific heat, and
absorption and scattering coefficients making it accessible for the
reader to apply these numbers to the problem at hand. There is an
extensive section and comprehensive introduction to radiative
transfer in a dusty medium with many practical pieces of advice and
ample illustrations to guide astronomers wishing to implement
radiative transfer code themselves. An unparalleled amount of
astronomical information in an accessible andpalatable resource, An
Introduction to the Physics of Interstellar Dust provides the most
complete foundational reference available on the subject.
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