Plain-language explanations and a rich set of supporting material help students understand the mathematical concepts and techniques of astronomy.
Designed for non-science majors taking introductory astronomy courses, this explains how to how to use mathematics to solve problems in astronomy. Features simple explanations, clear examples, over 150 exercises, and a rich set of online supporting materials.
Inhaltsverzeichnis
1. Fundamentals; 2. Gravity; 3. Light; 4. Parallax, angular size, and angular resolution; 5. Stars; 6. Black holes and cosmology; References; Index.
