Cauldrons in the cosmos - ROLFS Claus, RODNEY William

KORTE INHOUD

Hardcover, dj, in-8, 550 pp., illustrations, bibliographical notes, bibliography, index.

"Cauldrons in the Cosmos" by Claus Rolfs and William Rodney is an insightful exploration into the process of stellar nucleosynthesis, which is the creation of elements within stars. The book focuses on the complex mechanisms by which stars produce the elements that make up the universe, from hydrogen to the heavier elements. It covers topics such as the physics of stars, nuclear reactions, supernovae, and the role of cosmic phenomena in shaping the chemical composition of galaxies. This work is aimed at both professionals in the field of astrophysics and students, providing a thorough understanding of how the elements are forged in the "cauldrons" of stars.



1988Taal: Engelszie alle details...

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1988Uitgever: The university of Chicago press550 paginasTaal: Engels