Globular Cluster Systems

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Keith M. Ashman (University of Kansas) Stephen E. Zepf (University of California, Berkeley)

Globular Cluster Systems

Keith M. Ashman (University of Kansas), Stephen E. Zepf (University of California, Berkeley)

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Cambridge University Press
11 December 2008

Mathematics & Sciences; Galaxies & stars; Astrophysics

Series: Cambridge Astrophysics

Globular clusters are roughly spherical, densely packed groups of stars found around galaxies. Most globular clusters probably formed at the same time as their host galaxies. They therefore provide a unique fossil record of the conditions during the formation and early evolution of galaxies. This volume presents a comprehensive review of globular cluster systems. It summarizes their observed properties, and shows how these constrain models of the structure of stars, the formation and evolution of galaxies and globular clusters, and the age of the Universe. For graduate students and researchers, this volume provides the definitive reference on globular cluster systems.

By: Keith M. Ashman (University of Kansas), Stephen E. Zepf (University of California, Berkeley)
Imprint: Cambridge University Press
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Volume: 30
Dimensions: Height: 210mm, Width: 150mm, Spine: 9mm
Weight: 300g
ISBN: 9780521087834
ISBN 10: 052108783X
Series: Cambridge Astrophysics
Pages: 184
Publication Date: 11 December 2008
Audience: Professional and scholarly , Undergraduate
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Preface; 1. Introduction; 2. Properties of globular clusters; 3. The galactic globular cluster system; 4. Globular cluster systems in nearby galaxies; 5. Properties of extragalactic globular cluster systems; 6. Globular clusters and galaxy formation; 7. The formation of globular clusters; 8. Future prospects; Bibliography; Index.

Reviews for Globular Cluster Systems

From the hardback review: 'For those working on globular clusters this book is an excellent reference and I would also recommend it to those working in galaxy formation.' Simon Goodwin, The Observatory