Synopses & Reviews
Provides an authoritative yet concise study of cosmology. Beginning with elementary aspects, it will progress on to some of the most advanced concepts including relativity, cosmic inflation, phase transitions and galaxy formation. Complete with illustrations and problems at the end of each chapter.
Table of Contents
From Newton to Hubble.
Laws of Gravitation.
Cosmological Models.
Thermodynamics.
Relics of the Big Bang.
Particles and Symmetries.
Problems with the Big Bang Model.
Cosmic Inflation.
Galaxy Formation.
The Ultimate Questions.
Index.