Astronomy Methods: A Physical Approach to Astronomical Observations (Cambridge Planetary Science)

This introduction to basic practical tools, methods and phenomena in quantitative astronomy covers topics across a wide range of areas, from radio to gamma-ray wavelengths.

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Clear presentations of the topics are accompanied by diagrams and problem sets.

Written for undergraduates and graduate students, the book will introduce them to the practice and study of quantitative and analytical astronomy and astrophysics..

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