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The Physics of the Cosmic Microwave Background

The Physics of the Cosmic Microwave Background - Cambridge Astrophysics Series

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Publisher's Synopsis

Spectacular observational breakthroughs, particularly by the WMAP satellite, have led to a new epoch of CMB science long after its original discovery. Taking a physical approach, the authors of this volume probe the problem of the 'darkness' of the Universe: the origin and evolution of dark energy and matter in the cosmos. Starting with the observational background of modern cosmology, they provide an accessible review of this fascinating yet complex subject. Topics discussed include the kinetics of the electromagnetic radiation in the Universe, the ionization history of cosmic plamas, the origin of primordial perturbations in light of the inflation paradigm, and the formation of anisotropy and polarization of the CMB. This fascinating review will be valuable to advanced students and researchers in cosmology.

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Book information

ISBN: 9781107403123
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Imprint: Cambridge University Press
Pub date:
DEWEY: 523.01875344
DEWEY edition: 22
Language: English
Number of pages: 271
Weight: 440g
Height: 244mm
Width: 170mm
Spine width: 14mm