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Supernovae and Nucleosynthesis
An Investigation of the History of Matter, from the Big Bang to the Present
by David Arnett
ISBN: 0691011478
ISBN-13: 9780691011479
Format: Paperback
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Publisher: Princeton Univ Pr
Published date: 1996
Size: 6.25 x 9.5 inches
Weight: 1.9 pounds
Pages: 598
Publisher's Notes
This book investigates the question of how matter has evolved since its origin in the Big Bang, from the cosmological synthesis of hydrogen and helium to the generation of the complex set of nuclei that comprise our world and our selves. A central theme is the evolution of gravitationally contained thermonuclear reactors, otherwise known as stars. Our current understanding is presented systematically and quantitatively, by combining simple analytic models with new state-of-the-art computer simulations. The narrative begins with the clues (primarily the solar system abundance pattern), the constraining physics (primarily nuclear and particle physics), and the thermonuclear burning in the Big Bang itself. It continues with a step-by-step description of how stars evolve by nuclear reactions, a critical investigation of supernova explosion mechanisms and the formation of neutron stars and of black holes, and an analysis of how such explosions appear to astronomers (illustrated by comparison with recent observations). It concludes with a synthesis of these ideas for galactic evolution, with implications for nucleosynthesis in the first generation of stars and for the solar system abundance pattern. Emphasis is given to questions that remain open, and to active research areas that bridge the disciplines of astronomy, cosmochemistry, physics, and planetary and space science. Extensive references are given.
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Supernovae and Nucleosynthesis
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Princeton, NJ: Princeton University Press. Trade Paperback. 0691011478 xviii + 599 pp, list of figures, list of tables, preface, 14 chapters with figures - footnotes - tables - etc., Appendixes: A: Solar System Abundances. B: Equations of State. C: Stellar Structure. D: Supernova Light Curves, references, index. Pages clean, binding tight. 6" x 9.25" red & yellow wraps. (35 oz) . Fine. 1996. Trade Paperback Edition. ( more information) Offered by A Squared Books (United States)
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SUPERNOVAE AND NUCLEOSYNTHESIS: AN INVESTIGATION OF THE HISTORY OF MATTER, FROM THE BIG BANG TO THE PRESENT
Arnett, David [series edited by Jeremiah P. Ostriker] [cover design by C. Alvarez]
Princeton, NJ: Princeton University Press [1996], 1996. First edition. "This book investigates the question of how matter has evolved since its origin in the Big Bang, from the cosmological synthesis of hydrogen and helium to the generation of the complex set of nuclei that comprise our world and our selves". Pictorial wrappers, 598+ pages, illustrated with figures and tables, references, index. Near Fine copy [very light bumping to the spine end rear corners].. First Edition. Trade Paperback. Near Fine. ( more information) Offered by Other Worlds Bookstore (United States)
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Supernovae and Nucleosynthesis
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Supernovae and Nucleosynthesis: An Investigation of the History of Matter, From the Big Bang To the Present
Arnett, David
Princeton, New Jersey: Princeton University Press, 1996. This book discusses the abundances of nuclei, some aspects of nuclear physics, nuclear reaction networks, cosmological nucleosynthesis, some properties of stars, hydrogen burning stars, helium burning stars, explosive nucleosynthesis, neutrino cooled stars, thermonuclear explosions, gravitational collapse, supernovae, galactic evolution, solar system abundances, equations of state, stellar structure, and supernova light curves. Illustrated with diagrams, this softcover first printing from 1996 is in Very Good Condition.. 1st Printing. Quality Paperback. Very Good Condition. Illus. by Illustrated with Diagrams. 6x9 Inches. ( more information) Offered by T.E. Christensen; Rare Books & Documents (United States)
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