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Exploring the X-ray Universe describes the view of the stars and galaxies that is obtained through X-ray telescopes. This account of X-ray astronomy incorporates the latest findings from several observatories operating in space. These include the Einstein Observatory operated by NASA, the EXOSAT satellite of the European Space Agency, and the German satellite, ROSAT. The book covers the entire field, with chapters on stars, supernova remnants, normal and active galaxies, clusters of galaxies, the diffuse X-ray background, and more. The authors review basic principles, include the necessary historical background, and explain exactly what we know from X-ray observations of the universe. Copiously illustrated, the book is a complete account of X-ray astronomy. There are 200 illustrations, many in full color, from X-ray, optical and infrared telescopes. Many of the X-ray images are previously unpublished and appear for the first time in this book. Clear diagrams support the text, and more specialized topics are covered in separate boxed features. The book is accessible to anyone with a basic knowledge of science and some understanding of general astronomy. It is suitable for amateur astronomers, students interested in the high-energy universe, and professionals needing a source book of X-ray images.
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"Capturing the excitement and accomplishments of X-ray astronomy, this second edition now includes a broader range of astronomical phenomena and dramatic new results from the most powerful X-ray telescopes. Covering all areas of astronomical research, ranging from the smallest to the largest objects, from neutron stars to clusters of galaxies, this textbook is ideal for undergraduate students. Each chapter starts with the basic aspects of the topic, explores the history of discoveries, and examines in detail modern observations and their significance. This new edition has been updated with results from the most recent space-based instruments, including ROSAT, BeppoSAX, ASCA, Chandra, and XMM. New chapters cover X-ray emission processes, the interstellar medium, the Solar System, and gamma-ray bursts. The text is supported by over 300 figures, with tables listing the properties of the sources, and more specialized technical points separated in boxes"--Provided by publisher.
X-ray astronomy. --- Space astronomy. --- Astronautics in astronomy --- Astronomy --- Space sciences --- Space astronomy --- X-rays
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