Stars and their Spectra  -  James B. Kaler

An Introduction to the Spectral Sequence

KORTE INHOUD

The study of stars and their spectra is central to an understanding of classical and modern astronomy. The principal tool for investigating the nature of stars is to observe and interpret their spectra. In this lucid book, James Kaler clearly explains the alphabet of stellar astronomy - from the cool M stars to hot O stars - and tells the story of the evolution of stars and their place in the Universe. Before embarking on a fascinating voyage of cosmic discovery, we are introduced to the fundamental propert...
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1997 Uitgever: University Press Cambridge 316 paginas Taal: Engels ISBN-10: 0521585708 ISBN-13: 9780521585705