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| Publisher | Cambridge University Press |
| ISBN 13 | 9780521550611 |
| Book Description | The distribution of elements in the cosmos is the result of many processes in the history of the Universe. It provides us with a powerful tool to study the Big Bang, the density of baryonic matter, nucleosynthesis and the formation and evolution of stars and galaxies. This textbook, by a pioneer of the field, provides a lucid and wide-ranging introduction to the interdisciplinary subject of galactic chemical evolution. We are introduced to a broad spectrum of exciting astrophysics, from thermonuclear reactions, abundance measurements in astronomical sources, cosmological element production, stellar evolution and nucleosynthesis, to light element production by cosmic rays and the effects of galactic processes on the evolution of the elements. The reader is thus led to develop an intuitive and analytical understanding of results from numerical models and real observations. Simple, elegant derivations for key results are provided throughout, together with problems and helpful solution hints. This long-awaited textbook provides a comprehensive introduction to the broad subject of galactic chemical evolution for advanced undergraduate and graduate students, and an invaluable overview for researchers. |
| Editorial Review | Pagel covers all these aspects of nucleosynthesis and links them together to form a coherent picture of the way galaxies' compositions vary with time. For its stated purpose as a text book for graduate students, it is excellent.' C. R. Kitchin, Astronomy Now '... provides a clear, thorough, detailed and well-planned introduction to a complicated subject, in which the needs and problems of the aspiring student and researcher are well catered for. I recommend it very highly.' Chemistry in Britain 'Each topic is explained from the ground up, giving the reader all the information needed to proceed further. The book manages to present (without losing scientific rigour) one of the most fascinating subjects of modern astrophysics.' Cesare Chiosi, Nature ' ... this is an excellent book - in fact, the best I know in this field. It provides an excellent introduction to more detailed review articles on specific topics, it contains a wealth of information, and it evidences and exceptionally braod and sound understanding of a key part of the formation and evolution of the universe.' Gerry Gilmore, Astronomy and Geophysics "This book fills a gap in astrophysical literature...certainly helpful for any instructor who wishes to teach a one-semester course on these subjects, especially because the author has included many end-chapter problems with hints for their solutions. The author has also added many valuable comments at the end of the chapters that are helpful for researchers in the field...a conceptually very successful and useful book." Mounib El Eid, Transport in Porous Media "Each topic is explained from the ground up, giving the reader all the information needed to proceed further. The book manages to present(without losing scientific rigour) one of the most fascinating subjects of modern astrophysics." Nature "This is a good and useful book...The astrophysicist will find the astronomical lore enlightening, and the astronomer will find references to discussions of the underlying physics." Physics Today "Intended for upper-division undergraduates, graduates, and faculty in the physical sciences, this work will be useful to professionals who need to learn or review the current thinking in nucleosynthesis. Good index; very good bibliography." CHOICE "Each topic is explained from the ground up, giving the reader all the information needed to proceed further. The book manages to present(without losing scientific rigour) one of the most fascinating subjects of modern astrophysics." Cesare Chiosi, Nature vol.393 |
| Language | English |
| Author | Bernard E. J. Pagel |
| Publication Date | 13 Mar 1997 |
| Number of Pages | 128 |
Nucleosynthesis And Chemical Evolution Of Galaxies Paperback English by Bernard E. J. Pagel - 13 Mar 1997
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