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Paths to Dark Energy: Theory and Observation

AUTHOR Chernin, Arthur D.; Byrd, Gene; Teerikorpi, Pekka
PUBLISHER de Gruyter (07/16/2012)
PRODUCT TYPE Hardcover (Hardcover)

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This work provides the current theory and observations behind the cosmological phenomenon of dark energy. The approach is comprehensive with rigorous mathematical theory and relevant astronomical observations discussed in context. The book treats the background and history starting with the new-found importance of Einstein's cosmological constant (proposed long ago) in dark energy formulation, as well as the frontiers of dark energy.

The authors do not presuppose advanced knowledge of astronomy, and basic mathematical concepts used in modern cosmology are presented in a simple, but rigorous way. All this makes the book useful for both astronomers and physicists, and also for university students of physical sciences.

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ISBN-13: 9783110258547
ISBN-10: 3110258544
Binding: Hardback or Cased Book (Sewn)
Content Language: English
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Page Count: 416
Carton Quantity: 18
Product Dimensions: 6.69 x 0.94 x 9.61 inches
Weight: 1.89 pound(s)
Country of Origin: DE
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BISAC Categories
Mathematics | Applied
Mathematics | Physics - Mathematical & Computational
Mathematics | Physics - Astrophysics
Grade Level: Post Graduate - Post Graduate
Dewey Decimal: 523.01
Library of Congress Control Number: 2012009079
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This work provides the current theory and observations behind the cosmological phenomenon of dark energy. The approach is comprehensive with rigorous mathematical theory and relevant astronomical observations discussed in context. The book treats the background and history starting with the new-found importance of Einstein's cosmological constant (proposed long ago) in dark energy formulation, as well as the frontiers of dark energy.

The authors do not presuppose advanced knowledge of astronomy, and basic mathematical concepts used in modern cosmology are presented in a simple, but rigorous way. All this makes the book useful for both astronomers and physicists, and also for university students of physical sciences.

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This work provides the current theory and observations behind the cosmological phenomenon of dark energy. The approach is comprehensive with rigorous mathematical theory and relevant astronomical observations discussed in context. The book treats the background and history starting with the new-found importance of Einstein's cosmological constant (proposed long ago) in dark energy formulation, as well as the frontiers of dark energy.

The authors do not presuppose advanced knowledge of astronomy, and basic mathematical concepts used in modern cosmology are presented in a simple, but rigorous way. All this makes the book useful for both astronomers and physicists, and also for university students of physical sciences.

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