000			01503 a2200205 4500
003			OSt
020			_a9781316519318
040			_cIIT Kanpur
041			_aeng
082			_a523.1 _bB462v
100			_aBertin, Giuseppe
245			_aVisible and dark matter in the universe _ba short primer on astrophysical dynamics _cGiuseppe Bertin
260			_bCambridge University Press _c2023 _aCambridge
300			_axiv, 180p
520			_a This is a concise introduction to modern astrophysics for physicists, with a focus on galaxy dynamics and the discovery of dark matter halos in galaxies. Part I summarizes important discoveries in observational astronomy and astrophysics, in a manner accessible to those who are new to the topic. Building on this foundation, Part II describes the study of dark matter and provides more detail on galactic dynamics. Important physical concepts that form the basis of key astrophysical phenomena are explained, avoiding unnecessary technicalities and complex derivations. The approach is semi-empirical and emphasizes the importance of key measurements and observations in formulating fundamental theoretical questions and developing their solutions. Students are encouraged to develop a deep understanding of major discoveries and contemporary research topics, beyond the simple application of practical models and formulae, as a bridge to more advanced study in astrophysics.
650			_aAstronomy
650			_aUniverse
650			_aPhysics
942			_cBK
999			_c566739 _d566739