Galaxy Formation and Evolution

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Houjun Mo (University of Massachusetts, Amherst) Frank van den Bosch (Associate Professor, Yale University, Connecticut)

Galaxy Formation and Evolution

Houjun Mo (University of Massachusetts, Amherst), Frank van den Bosch (Associate Professor, Yale University, Connecticut), Simon White

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Cambridge University Press
20 May 2010

Mathematics & Sciences; Astrophysics

The rapidly expanding field of galaxy formation lies at the interface between astronomy, particle physics, and cosmology. Covering diverse topics from these disciplines, all of which are needed to understand how galaxies form and evolve, this book is ideal for researchers entering the field. Individual chapters explore the evolution of the Universe as a whole and its particle and radiation content; linear and nonlinear growth of cosmic structure; processes affecting the gaseous and dark matter components of galaxies and their stellar populations; the formation of spiral and elliptical galaxies; central supermassive black holes and the activity associated with them; galaxy interactions; and the intergalactic medium. Emphasizing both observational and theoretical aspects, this book provides a coherent introduction for astronomers, cosmologists, and astroparticle physicists to the broad range of science underlying the formation and evolution of galaxies.

By: Houjun Mo (University of Massachusetts Amherst), Frank van den Bosch (Associate Professor, Yale University, Connecticut), Simon White
Imprint: Cambridge University Press
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 255mm, Width: 180mm, Spine: 40mm
Weight: 1.790kg
ISBN: 9780521857932
ISBN 10: 0521857937
Publication Date: 20 May 2010
Audience: College/higher education , Primary
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

Reviews for Galaxy Formation and Evolution

. ..a comprehensive text on the modern subject of galaxy formation and evolution. The book is fully self-contained, covering the basic theory in depth, and including the essential background material on observations and the relevant theory from extragalactic astronomy, stellar astrophysics, and cosmology. It will serve as an indispensable reference for students and researchers alike, and is destined to become a classic in this field. - Robert C. Kennicutt, Jr., Plumian Professor of Astronomy and Experimental Philosophy, Director, Institute of Astronomy, University of Cambridge