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Discover the mysteries of the cosmos with 'Einstein's Telescope', an essential read for anyone passionate about astrophysics and space exploration. This groundbreaking book delves into the enigmatic realms of dark energy and dark matter, challenging existing paradigms with fresh insights drawn from cutting-edge astrophysical research. Authored by renowned University of Chicago astrophysicist Evalyn Gates, 'Einstein's Telescope' unveils the revolutionary techniques of gravitational lensing, a method based on Einstein's general relativity. Experience a journey to the forefront of modern science as the book elucidates how this innovative approach empowers astronomers to explore the unseen forces that govern our expanding Universe. With 320 pages packed with detailed explanations, stunning visuals (including 8 pages of color and 40 black-and-white illustrations), and a wealth of knowledge, this book is a must-have for both amateur stargazers and professional scientists. Embrace the challenge of understanding the Universe with 'Einstein's Telescope'. Shipping for this item is free! Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be canceled. Condition: BRAND NEW. ISBN: 9780393338010. Year: 2010. Publisher: W W Norton & Company.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780393338010
Year: 2010
Publisher: W W Norton & Company
Pages: 320
Description:
Cutting-edge astrophysics that builds on Einstein's theories to
find the unseen matter that fills the Universe.
Dark energy. Dark matter. These strange and invisible substances
don't just sound mysterious: their unexpected appearance in the
cosmic census is upending long-held notions about the nature of the
Universe. Astronomers have long known that the Universe is
expanding, but everything they could see indicated that gravity
should be slowing this spread. Instead, it appears that the
Universe is accelerating its expansion and that something stronger
than gravity --dark energy -- is at work. In Einstein's
Telescope Evalyn Gates, a University of Chicago astrophysicist,
transports us to the edge of contemporary science to explore the
revolutionary tool that unlocks the secrets of these
little-understood cosmic constituents. Based on Einstein's theory
of general relativity, gravitational lensing, or "Einstein's
Telescope," is enabling new discoveries that are taking us toward
the next revolution in scientific thinking -- one that may change
forever our notions of where the Universe came from and where it is
going.
8 pages of color; 40 black-and-white illustrations.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780393338010
Year: 2010
Publisher: W W Norton & Company
Pages: 320
Description:
Cutting-edge astrophysics that builds on Einstein's theories to
find the unseen matter that fills the Universe.
Dark energy. Dark matter. These strange and invisible substances
don't just sound mysterious: their unexpected appearance in the
cosmic census is upending long-held notions about the nature of the
Universe. Astronomers have long known that the Universe is
expanding, but everything they could see indicated that gravity
should be slowing this spread. Instead, it appears that the
Universe is accelerating its expansion and that something stronger
than gravity --dark energy -- is at work. In Einstein's
Telescope Evalyn Gates, a University of Chicago astrophysicist,
transports us to the edge of contemporary science to explore the
revolutionary tool that unlocks the secrets of these
little-understood cosmic constituents. Based on Einstein's theory
of general relativity, gravitational lensing, or "Einstein's
Telescope," is enabling new discoveries that are taking us toward
the next revolution in scientific thinking -- one that may change
forever our notions of where the Universe came from and where it is
going.
8 pages of color; 40 black-and-white illustrations.