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| View Larger Image | 3K: The Cosmic Microwave Background Radiation (Cambridge Astrophysics) | Hardcoverby R. B. Partridge (Author)
| List Price: | $130.00 | |
| | Binding: | Hardcover | | Publisher: | Cambridge University Press | | Page Count: | 393 Pages | | Publication Date: | September 29, 1995 | | Sales Rank: | 3,009,628rd |
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Product Description
This timely review covers all aspects of three decades of study of this ghostly remnant of the hot Big Bang origin of the Universe, and examines the consequences for astrophysics, cosmology and theories of the evolution of large-scale cosmic structure. The observational techniques used to measure the spectrum of CBR and its angular distribution on the sky are examined in clear but critical detail: from the work of Penzias and Wilson in 1964 to the latest results from NASA's Cosmic Microwave Background Explorer (COBE) satellite. This review takes these observations and shows how they have shaped our current understanding of the early history of the Universe and of the origin and evolution of the large-scale structures in it. As a comprehensive and up-to-date reference, this book is suitable for researchers. |
CUSTOMER REVIEWS (Average Customer Rating: 5.0 based on 1 review)
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phenomenal cosmic power  5 Stars
September 05, 2000
A tour de force of our physical galaxy and cosmic enviroment... though a bit technical at times, R.B. Partridge manages to convey his points with startling clarity and vivid imagery and depth. The cool hues of the cover convey the mastery of the difficult material containe within.
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