Quasar Astronomy

Quasar Astronomy
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Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Total Pages : 236
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ISBN-10 : 0521356741
ISBN-13 : 9780521356749
Rating : 4/5 (41 Downloads)

Synopsis Quasar Astronomy by : Daniel W. Weedman

A current account of quasar astronomy that not only summarizes existing results from various techniques but refers to the potentialities of new instruments. All aspects of quasar spectroscopy are discussed and techniques for analyzing quasar data are summarized.

Astronomy 2022 Australia

Astronomy 2022 Australia
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Total Pages : 152
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ISBN-10 : 0992440971
ISBN-13 : 9780992440978
Rating : 4/5 (71 Downloads)

Synopsis Astronomy 2022 Australia by : Ken Wallace

This annual gem (produced each year since 1991) continues to take the Australian stargazer on a wondrous journey of the night sky. This critically acclaimed work, produced by three well known experts in the field, takes a unique approach to explaining and identifying the Sun, Moon, planets and constellations; it is simply the best publication of its type in the world.

Quasars and Black Holes

Quasars and Black Holes
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Total Pages : 64
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ISBN-10 : 0716695898
ISBN-13 : 9780716695899
Rating : 4/5 (98 Downloads)

Synopsis Quasars and Black Holes by :

"An introduction to quasars and black holes with information about their formation and characteristics. Includes diagrams, fun facts, a glossary, a resource list, and an index"--Provided by publisher.

Fifty Years of Quasars

Fifty Years of Quasars
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Publisher : Springer
Total Pages : 0
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ISBN-10 : 3642443842
ISBN-13 : 9783642443848
Rating : 4/5 (42 Downloads)

Synopsis Fifty Years of Quasars by : Mauro D'Onofrio

The 50th anniversary of the discovery of quasars in 1963 presents an interesting opportunity to ask questions about the current state of quasar research. Formatted as a series of interviews with noted researchers in the field, each of them asked to address a specific set of questions covering topics selected by the editors, this book deals with the historical development of quasar research and discusses how advances in instrumentation and computational capabilities have benefitted quasar astronomy and have changed our basic understanding of quasars. In the last part of the book the interviews address the current topic of the role of quasars in galaxy evolution. They summarise open issues in understanding active galactic nuclei and quasars and present an outlook regarding what future observational facilities both on the ground and in space might reveal. Its interview format, the fascinating topic of quasars and black holes, and the lively recollections and at times controversial views of the contributors make this book both rewarding and a pleasure to read!

An Introduction to Active Galactic Nuclei

An Introduction to Active Galactic Nuclei
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Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Total Pages : 258
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ISBN-10 : 0521479118
ISBN-13 : 9780521479110
Rating : 4/5 (18 Downloads)

Synopsis An Introduction to Active Galactic Nuclei by : Bradley M. Peterson

How can we test if a supermassive black hole lies at the heart of every active galactic nucleus? What are LINERS, BL Lacs, N galaxies, broad-line radio galaxies and radio-quiet quasars and how do they compare? This timely textbook answers these questions in a clear, comprehensive and self-contained introduction to active galactic nuclei - for graduate students in astronomy and physics. The study of AGN is one of the most dynamic areas of contemporary astronomy, involving one fifth of all research astronomers. This textbook provides a systematic review of the observed properties of AGN across the entire electromagnetic spectrum, examines the underlying physics, and shows how the brightest AGN, quasars, can be used to probe the farthest reaches of the Universe. This book serves as both an entry point to the research literature and as a valuable reference for researchers in the field.

Fifty Years of Quasars

Fifty Years of Quasars
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Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages : 613
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ISBN-10 : 9783642275630
ISBN-13 : 364227563X
Rating : 4/5 (30 Downloads)

Synopsis Fifty Years of Quasars by : Mauro D'Onofrio

Formatted as a series of interviews with noted researchers in the field, this book reviews the history of quasar research and describes how advances in instrumentation and computation have aided quasar astronomy and changed our basic understanding of quasars.

Accretion Power in Astrophysics

Accretion Power in Astrophysics
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Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Total Pages : 390
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ISBN-10 : 0521629578
ISBN-13 : 9780521629577
Rating : 4/5 (78 Downloads)

Synopsis Accretion Power in Astrophysics by : Juhan Frank

Accretion Power in Astrophysics 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. The first three chapters explain why accretion is a source of energy, and then present the gas dynamics and plasma concepts necessary for astrophysical applications. The next three chapters then develop accretion in stellar systems, including accretion onto compact objects. Further chapters give extensive treatment of accretion in active galactic nuclei, and describe thick accretion discs. A new chapter discusses recently discovered accretion flow solutions. The third edition is greatly expanded and thoroughly updated. 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.

Astronomy and Astrophysics - Volume II

Astronomy and Astrophysics - Volume II
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Publisher : EOLSS Publications
Total Pages : 488
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ISBN-10 : 9781780210018
ISBN-13 : 1780210019
Rating : 4/5 (18 Downloads)

Synopsis Astronomy and Astrophysics - Volume II by : Oddbjørn Engvold Bozena Czerny, John Lattanzio and Rolf Stabell

Quasars, Redshifts and Controversies

Quasars, Redshifts and Controversies
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Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Total Pages : 220
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ISBN-10 : 0521363144
ISBN-13 : 9780521363143
Rating : 4/5 (44 Downloads)

Synopsis Quasars, Redshifts and Controversies by : Halton C. Arp

Contests the 'establishment' view of quasars as the most distant objects in the universe.

Astronomy from Wide-Field Imaging

Astronomy from Wide-Field Imaging
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Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages : 722
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ISBN-10 : 9789401111461
ISBN-13 : 9401111464
Rating : 4/5 (61 Downloads)

Synopsis Astronomy from Wide-Field Imaging by : H.T. MacGillivray

H.T. MacGilLIVRAY Royal Observatory Blackford Hill Edinburgh EH9 3HJ Scotland U.K. lAU Symposium No. 161 on 'Astronomy from Wide-Field Imaging', held in Potsdam, Germany, during 23-27th August 1993, was the first conference organised by the recently-formed Working Group of lAU Commission 9 on 'Wide-Field Imaging'. This Working Group was instigated during the XXIst meeting of the General Assembly of the International Astronomical Union in Buenos Aires in 1991, and represented a merging of the former formal lAU Working Group on 'Astronomical Photography' and the informal 'Digitised Optical Sky Surveys' Working Group. Dr. Richard West was 'invited' to be Chairperson, and hence was given the daunting task of organising the Group from scratch. The very fact that the first conference after only two years was a major lAU Symposium says much about the determination and enthusiasm of Richard West to fulfilling the aims of the new Working Group. The siting of the conference in Potsdam in formerly East Germany provided an excellent opportunity to advantage from the political changes in Eastern Europe. Good access to the meeting was possible by scientists from Eastern European countries, allowing exchange of information on the very important Wide-Field facilities in both East and West, information on the rich archives of photographic plates that exist in both East and West, and allowing discussions between scientists facing very similar problems in both East and West.