The Chemically Controlled Cosmos

Astronomical Molecules from the Big Bang to Exploding Stars

Häftad, Engelska, 2008

AvT. W. Hartquist,D. A. Williams,Germany) Hartquist, T. W. (Max-Planck-Institut fur extraterrestrische Physik, Garching,D. A. (University College London) Williams

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Molecules in the early Universe acted as natural temperature regulators, keeping the primordial gas cool and, in turn, allowing galaxies and stars to be born. Even now, such similarly simple chemistry continues to control a wide variety of the exotic objects that populate our cosmos. What are the tools of the trade for the cosmic chemist? What can they teach us about the Universe we live in? These are the questions answered in this engaging and informative guide, The Chemically Controlled Cosmos. In clear, non-technical terms, and without formal mathematics, we learn how to study and understand the behaviour of molecules in a host of astronomical situations. We study the secretive formation of stars deep within interstellar clouds, the origin of our own Solar System, the cataclysmic deaths of many massive stars that explode as supernovae, and the hearts of active galactic nuclei, the most powerful objects in the Universe. We are given an accessible introduction to a wealth of astrophysics, and an understanding of how cosmic chemistry facilitates the investigation of many of the most exciting questions concerning astronomy today.

Produktinformation

Utgivningsdatum2008-03-24
Mått170 x 244 x 10 mm
Vikt314 g
FormatHäftad
SpråkEngelska
Antal sidor188
FörlagCambridge University Press
ISBN9780521056373

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