SINHA, Bikash & MOITRA, Raj Kumar (ed.) — Astrophysics and Cosmology

Narosa Publishing House 1996, xii, 272 pp, hardcover, in near fine condition, minor signs of wear/damage, dust jacket in fine condition, protected with cellophane, Pictures on request. This volume presents an authoritative account of the most exciting developments in th... 1996, xii, 272 pp, hardcover, in near fine condition, minor signs of wear/damage, dust jacket in fine condition, protected with cellophane, Pictures on request. This volume presents an authoritative account of the most exciting developments in the most exciting developments in Astrophysics and Cosmology, with contributions from internationally acclaimed scientists like Hewish, Kibble, Penrose, Narlikar and others. Beginning with an exposition of the concept of phase transitions in the early universe, up-to-date accounts are given of the subjects of pulsar physics, the theory of neutron star structure, and the distribution of galaxies in the universe. The subject of the origin and composition of ultra-high energy cosmic rays are treated in some detail, as are the subjects of magnetic monopoles and neutrino physics. The recent advances in astronomical techniques through the whole range of gamma rays to radio waves are discussed. Other topics treated include the chemical composition of supergiants, electroweak baryogenesis, models of the nucleon, and the role of gravity in quantum state reduction. The book surveys major areas that form the core of active research in this subject today. It will be of great value to the young workers beginning research in this field, and to the more experienced practitioners of this discipline