The Central Regions of the Galaxy and Galaxies

By: International Astronomical Union Staff

Book Overview

Advanced technologies in astronomy at various wavelengths have provided us with high-resolution and high-quality data of the central regions of nearby galaxies and of the Milky Way Galaxy. These data, both for the Galaxy and extragalactic centers, are now quite suitable for detailed comparative study. This IAU symposium was aimed at understanding the general characteristics of dynamics, ISM physics and magnetic fields, activities including inflow and outflow, as well as starburst, in the 'galactic centers'. Special attention was also given to several cases for massive black holes in galaxies and the Galaxy, and to understanding the physics of nuclei associated with black holes.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 079235060X
• ISBN13: 9780792350606
• Release Date: August 1998
• Publisher: Springer
• Length: 522 Pages
• Weight: 2.06 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.2" x 6.1" x 9.2"