This book is designed for upper division courses in astronomy and as a reference for science professionals. The subject areas of astronomy and astrophysics have grown tremendously during the last few decades. New developments in radio astronomy and recent data retrieved from NASA's Hubble Space Telescope have resulted in many discoveries and created new interest in the study of the universe. Using four-color throughout, "Astronomy & Astrophysics" describes the different techniques and instruments employed in the study of the universe and the results obtained with discussion on both theory and observation. The book covers topics such as, "minor" planets, radio astronomy, astronomical telescopes, measurement of solar brightness distribution, black holes, and the Einstein effect. A CD-ROM with color figures and simulations accompanies the book. This title uses spectacular four-color photos throughout the book. It includes several chapters on radio astronomy and covers "minor" planets, the Big-Bang theory, black holes, the Einstein effect, and more. It is accompanied by a CD-ROM containing simulations, color figures, and more.
Chapter 1 Astronomical Universe and Basic Techniques of Radio Astronomy
Chapter 2 The Solar System
Chapter 3 The Atmospheres of the Planets
Chapter 4 Origin of the Sun, the Earth, and the Solar System
Chapter 5 The Stars in the Sky
Chapter 6 The Sun as a Star
Chapter 7 Astronomical Telescopes
Chapter 8 How to Observe the Sun
Chapter 9 Observing the Sun with a Coronagraph
Chapter 10 Solar Eclipses and Studying the Corona
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