Galaxy Formation and Evolution

by Houjun Mo, Frank van den Bosch, Simon White

Book Overview

The rapidly expanding field of galaxy formation lies at the interface between astronomy, particle physics, and cosmology. Covering diverse topics from these disciplines, all of which are needed to understand how galaxies form and evolve, this book is ideal for researchers entering the field. Individual chapters explore the evolution of the Universe as a whole and its particle and radiation content; linear and nonlinear growth of cosmic structure;...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0521857937
• ISBN13: 9780521857932
• Release Date: June 2010
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Length: 840 Pages
• Weight: 4.10 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.8" x 7.1" x 9.8"