An Introduction to the Science of Cosmology

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Derek Raine E.G. Thomas (University of Leicester, UK University of Leicester, UK)

An Introduction to the Science of Cosmology

Derek Raine, E.G. Thomas (University of Leicester, UK University of Leicester, UK)

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English

CRC Press
29 March 2018

Astrophysics; Life sciences: general issues

Series: Series in Astronomy and Astrophysics

A thorough introduction to modern ideas on cosmology and on the physical basis of the general theory of relativity, An Introduction to the Science of Cosmology explores various theories and ideas in big bang cosmology, providing insight into current problems. Assuming no previous knowledge of astronomy or cosmology, this book takes you beyond introductory texts to the point where you are able to read and appreciate the scientific literature, which is broadly referenced in the book. The authors present the standard big bang theory of the universe and provide an introduction to current inflationary cosmology, emphasizing the underlying physics without excessive technical detail.

The book treats cosmological models without reliance on prior knowledge of general relativity, the necessary physics being introduced in the text as required. It also covers recent observational evidence pointing to an accelerating expansion of the universe. The first several chapters provide an introduction to the topics discussed later in the book. The next few chapters introduce relativistic cosmology and the classic observational tests. One chapter gives the main results of the hot big bang theory. Next, the book presents the inflationary model and discusses the problem of the origin of structure and the correspondingly more detailed tests of relativistic models. Finally, the book considers some general issues raised by expansion and isotropy. A reference section completes the work by listing essential formulae, symbols, and physical constants.

Beyond the level of many elementary books on cosmology, An Introduction to the Science of Cosmology encompasses numerous recent developments and ideas in the area. It provides more detailed coverage than many other titles available, and the inclusion of problems at the end of each chapter aids in self study and makes the book suitable for taught courses.

By: Derek Raine, E.G. Thomas (University of Leicester, UK University of Leicester, UK)
Imprint: CRC Press
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 229mm, Width: 152mm,
Weight: 453g
ISBN: 9781138406261
ISBN 10: 1138406260
Series: Series in Astronomy and Astrophysics
Pages: 232
Publication Date: 29 March 2018
Audience: College/higher education , Primary
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

E.G. Thomas, Derek Raine

Reviews for An Introduction to the Science of Cosmology

"""Provides a comprehensive account of the ideas underlying modern cosmology… . Problems are included to help the reader who wishes to gain a working knowledge of the subject."" - IEE INSPEC ""One will appreciate that the work is completely up-to-date and takes account of recent and significant developments in the subject."" - L'Astronomie ""Let it be said at the outset that Raine and Thomas have written a very good book … [They] already compete well with other books in this market, and their book has the potential to become the text that lecturers still have to dream about."" - John Peacock, The Observatory, vol. 122 ""…they [the authors] deserve high praise … Most students will surely prefer this book's half page chapters to five-page ones … The book is well organized and the format is well thought out."" - Physics Today, January 2003"