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Atomic astrophysics and spectroscopy /

"Spectroscopy enables the precise study of astronomical objects and phenomena. Bridging the gap between physics and astronomy, this is the first integrated graduate-level textbook on atomic astrophysics. It covers the basics of atomic physics and astrophysics, including state-of-the-art researc...

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Hovedforfatter: Pradhan, Anil K.
Andre forfattere: Nahar, Sultana N.
Format: Printed Book
Sprog:English
Udgivet: Cambridge, UK ; New York : Cambridge University Press, 2011.
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  • Machine generated contents note: 1. Introduction; 2. Atomic structure; 3. Atomic processes; 4. Radiative transitions; 5. Electron-ion collisions; 6. Photoionization; 7. Electron-ion recombination; 8. Multi-wavelength emission spectra; 9. Absorption lines and radiative transfer; 10. Stellar properties and spectra; 11. Stellar opacity and radiative forces; 12. Gaseous nebulae and HII regions; 13. Active galactic nuclei and quasars; 14. Cosmology; Appendices; References; Index.