Stars and their Spectra: An Introduction to the Spectral Sequence

Kaler, James B.

ISBN 10: 0521585708 / ISBN 13: 9780521585705

Editore: Cambridge University Press, 1997

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• Titolo: Stars and their Spectra: An Introduction to the Spectral Sequence
• Editore: Cambridge University Press
• Data di pubblicazione: 1997
• Lingua: Inglese
• ISBN 10: 0521585708
• ISBN 13: 9780521585705
• Rilegatura: Paperback
• Condizione: Good

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Riassunto

A lucid introduction to investigating the nature of stars from their spectra for observers and students.

Recensione

'... a thorough and up-to-date survey of their spectral and photometric properties, structure and evolution, and how we find out about all this.' Sky and Telescope

'... well written and makes interesting reading ... will be welcomed by anyone with an interest in stellar properties.' Journal of the British Astronomical Association

'... a popular and well written account of our present day knowledge of stellar astronomy ... strongly recommended ... a stimulating and informative read.' Observatory

'This is one of Kaler's best books (the other one being The Cambridge Encyclopaedia of Stars). After a brief introduction to quantum physics and the laws governing emission and absorption spectra, plus the history of the spectral classification system, the author addresses each spectral class. ...One of Kaler's fortes is the clear explanation of astrophysics in plain English. If you have an interest in stellar spectroscopy, definitely get this book. You will get you money's worth, because you will read it at least twice.' American Association of Variable Star Observers Bookstore