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An extensive collection of problems in physics suitable for
self-study, tutorial and group work at the level of an
undergraduate course. The authors have created a set of problems
drawing together the core elements of a physics degree. In order to
solve these problems, the reader is led to develop conceptual
insight and to reinforce his or her existing knowledge of basic
theory and standard mathematical techniques. The aim of the book is
to provide students with the problem-solving skills needed for
"general physics" examinations and for real-life situations
encountered by the professional physicist. The book is divided into
three sections. The first contains problems arranged into short
groups or "tutorials" that are suitable for both group discussion
and individual study. The second section provides detailed answers
to these tutorials. The final section presents some further
problems but without solutions.
A thorough introduction to modern ideas on cosmology and on the
physical basis of the general theory of relativity, An Introduction
to the Science of Cosmology explores various theories and ideas in
big bang cosmology, providing insight into current problems.
Assuming no previous knowledge of astronomy or cosmology, this book
takes you beyond introductory texts to the point where you are able
to read and appreciate the scientific literature, which is broadly
referenced in the book. The authors present the standard big bang
theory of the universe and provide an introduction to current
inflationary cosmology, emphasizing the underlying physics without
excessive technical detail. The book treats cosmological models
without reliance on prior knowledge of general relativity, the
necessary physics being introduced in the text as required. It also
covers recent observational evidence pointing to an accelerating
expansion of the universe. The first several chapters provide an
introduction to the topics discussed later in the book. The next
few chapters introduce relativistic cosmology and the classic
observational tests. One chapter gives the main results of the hot
big bang theory. Next, the book presents the inflationary model and
discusses the problem of the origin of structure and the
correspondingly more detailed tests of relativistic models.
Finally, the book considers some general issues raised by expansion
and isotropy. A reference section completes the work by listing
essential formulae, symbols, and physical constants. Beyond the
level of many elementary books on cosmology, An Introduction to the
Science of Cosmology encompasses numerous recent developments and
ideas in the area. It provides more detailed coverage than many
other titles available, and the inclusion of problems at the end of
each chapter aids in self study and makes the book suitable for
taught courses.
A thorough introduction to modern ideas on cosmology and on the
physical basis of the general theory of relativity, An Introduction
to the Science of Cosmology explores various theories and ideas in
big bang cosmology, providing insight into current problems.
Assuming no previous knowledge of astronomy or cosmology, this book
takes you beyond introductory texts to the point where you are able
to read and appreciate the scientific literature, which is broadly
referenced in the book. The authors present the standard big bang
theory of the universe and provide an introduction to current
inflationary cosmology, emphasizing the underlying physics without
excessive technical detail.
The book treats cosmological models without reliance on prior
knowledge of general relativity, the necessary physics being
introduced in the text as required. It also covers recent
observational evidence pointing to an accelerating expansion of the
universe. The first several chapters provide an introduction to the
topics discussed later in the book. The next few chapters introduce
relativistic cosmology and the classic observational tests. One
chapter gives the main results of the hot big bang theory. Next,
the book presents the inflationary model and discusses the problem
of the origin of structure and the correspondingly more detailed
tests of relativistic models. Finally, the book considers some
general issues raised by expansion and isotropy. A reference
section completes the work by listing essential formulae, symbols,
and physical constants.
Beyond the level of many elementary books on cosmology, An
Introduction to the Science of Cosmology encompasses numerous
recent developments and ideas in the area. It provides more
detailed coverage than many other titles available, and the
inclusion of problems at the end of each chapter aids in self study
and makes the book suitable for taught courses.
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Quantum Interaction - 7th International Conference, QI 2013, Leicester, UK, July 25-27, 2013. Selected Papers (Paperback, 2014 ed.)
Harald Atmanspacher, Emmanuel Haven, Kirsty Kitto, Derek Raine
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R2,628
Discovery Miles 26 280
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Ships in 10 - 15 working days
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This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 7th
International Conference on Quantum Interaction, QI 2013, held in
Leicester, UK, in July 2013. The 31 papers presented in this book
were carefully selected from numerous submissions. The papers cover
various topics on quantum interaction and revolve around four
themes: information processing/retrieval/semantic representation
and logic; cognition and decision making; finance/economics and
social structures and biological systems.
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Relativity (Paperback)
Albert Einstein; Foreword by Derek Raine
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R687
Discovery Miles 6 870
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Ships in 12 - 17 working days
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Time magazine's "Man of the Century", Albert Einstein is the
founder of modern physics and his theory of relativity is the most
important scientific idea of the modern era. In this short book,
Einstein explains, using the minimum of mathematical terms, the
basic ideas and principles of the theory that has shaped the world
we live in today. Unsurpassed by any subsequent books on
relativity, this remains the most popular and useful exposition of
Einstein's immense contribution to human knowledge. With a new
foreword by Derek Raine.
This book is designed as an introduction to the mathematical
concepts used to describe fundamental physics principles. Numerous
examples and applications enable the reader to master complex
mathematical concepts needed to define topics such as relativity,
mechanics, and electromagnetics. Features: Covers all of the
mathematical concepts needed to study physics Includes applications
in every chapter Instructor ancillaries for use as a textbook
Newtonian mechanics is taught aspart of every physics program for
several reasons. It is a towering intellectual achievement; it has
diverse applications; and it provides a context for teaching
modelling and problem solving. This text gives equal prominence to
all three missions. It therefore includes some advanced material as
well as the customary introductory topics and is designed to be
studied over an extended time-frame. The problem-solving aspects
are developed more fully than in many other texts; showing readers
how problems are approached and bringing out the ways of going
about constructing a model and solution. FEATURES: Includes some
advanced material as well as the customary introductory topics The
problem-solving aspects are developed more fully than in many other
texts; showing readers how problems are approached and bringing out
the methods of going about constructing a model and solution.
This newly expanded and thoroughly updated third edition examines accretion as a source of energy in both binary star systems containing compact objects, and in active galactic nuclei. Assuming a basic knowledge of physics, the authors describe the physical processes at work in accretion discs and other accretion flows. New material includes a detailed treatment of disc instabilities, irradiated discs, disc warping, and general accretion flows. The treatment is suitable for advanced undergraduates, graduate students and researchers.
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