Astrophysical Techniques, Fourth Edition

Kitchin, C.R.

ISBN 10: 0750309466 / ISBN 13: 9780750309462

Published by CRC Press, 2003

Very Good condition. 4th edition. A copy that may have a few cosmetic defects. May also contain light spine creasing or a few markings such as an owner's name, short gifter's inscription or light stamp. Seller Inventory # M13C-03392

Synopsis:

Providing a comprehensive and clear account of the instruments and techniques used in modern astronomy and astrophysics, the fourth edition of Astrophysical Techniques continues to offer information on all astronomical observations. Retaining the aims of earlier editions, the author unifies the concepts through lucid language and cohesive organization of the book.

Revised and updated, this book encompasses an ever-diverging array of observational techniques using the detection-imaging-ancillary instruments pattern. The first several sections emphasize the detection of radiation or other information carrier as well as the instruments and techniques used to facilitate and optimize that detection. Later chapters discuss photometers and spectroscopes in detail while also examining the techniques of astrometry, polarimetry, and magnetometry.

New to the Fourth Edition:

Many instruments and techniques included for the first time

A section that supplies Web sites and online resources

Elimination of archaic topics, providing the most up-to-date information available

Astrophysical Techniques, Fourth Edition maintains comprehensive coverage of the instruments and techniques used in current astronomy and astrophysics, making it a superb reference for undergraduate and postgraduate students in astronomy, amateur astronomers, and professional astronomers.

About the Author: Chris Kitchin is Emeritus Professor of Astronomy at the University of Hertfordshire where he previously held the posts of Head of Astronomy and Physics and Director of the Observatory.

Bibliographic Details

Title: Astrophysical Techniques, Fourth Edition
Publisher: CRC Press
Publication Date: 2003
Binding: Soft cover
Condition: Very Good
Edition: 4th Edition