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Astrophysical Spectropolarimetry

Astrophysical Spectropolarimetry
Author: J. Trujillo-Bueno
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Total Pages: 372
Release: 2002
Genre: Science
ISBN: 0521809983

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The polarization of light is the key to obtaining a wealth of essential information that lies encoded in the electromagnetic radiation from cosmic objects. Spectropolarimetry and imaging polarimetry provide powerful diagnostics of the physical conditions in astrophysical plasmas, which cannot be obtained via conventional spectroscopy. Whilst its application to other fields of astrophysics is still at an early stage of development, spectropolarimetry is being used with great success in solar physics. The book contains the lectures delivered at the XII Canary Islands Winter School of Astrophysics. Written by eight prestigious astrophysics researchers, it covers the physics of polarization, polarized radiation diagnostics of solar magnetic fields, stellar magnetic fields, polarization insights for active galactic nuclei, compact objects and accretion disks, astronomical masers and their polarization, infrared-submillimeter spectropolarimetry, and instrumentation for astrophysical spectropolarimetry. This timely volume will provide graduate students and researchers with an unprecedented introduction to the field of Astrophysical Spectropolarimetry.


Introduction to Spectropolarimetry

Introduction to Spectropolarimetry
Author: Jose Carlos del Toro Iniesta
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Total Pages: 247
Release: 2003-03-06
Genre: Science
ISBN: 1139436503

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Spectropolarimetry embraces the most complete and detailed measurement and analysis of light, as well as its interaction with matter. This book provides an introductory overview of the area, which plays an increasingly important role in modern solar observations. Chapters include a comprehensive description of the polarization state of polychromatic light and its measurement, an overview of astronomical (solar) polarimetry, the radiative transfer equation for polarized light, and the formation of spectral lines in the presence of a magnetic field. Most topics are dealt with within the realm of classical physics, although a small amount of quantum mechanics is introduced where necessary. This text will be a valuable reference for graduates and researchers in astrophysics, solar physics and optics.


Library of Congress Subject Headings

Library of Congress Subject Headings
Author: Library of Congress
Publisher:
Total Pages: 1164
Release: 2013
Genre: Subject headings, Library of Congress
ISBN:

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Library of Congress Subject Headings

Library of Congress Subject Headings
Author: Library of Congress. Cataloging Policy and Support Office
Publisher:
Total Pages: 1924
Release: 2009
Genre: Subject headings, Library of Congress
ISBN:

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Astrophysical Applications of Gravitational Lensing

Astrophysical Applications of Gravitational Lensing
Author: Evencio Mediavilla
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Total Pages: 305
Release: 2016-10-06
Genre: Science
ISBN: 1107078547

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This book presents gravitational lensing as an essential tool in astrophysics for tracking dark matter at all scales in the Universe.


Optical Astronomical Spectroscopy

Optical Astronomical Spectroscopy
Author: C.R. Kitchin
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 292
Release: 1995-01-01
Genre: Science
ISBN: 9781420050691

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A concise introduction, Optical Astronomical Spectroscopy appeals to the newcomer of astronomical spectroscopy and assumes no previous specialist knowledge. Beginning from the physical background of spectroscopy with a clear explanation of energy levels and spectroscopic notation, the book proceeds to introduce the main techniques of optical spectroscopy and the range of instrumentation that is available. With clarity and directness, it then describes the applications of spectroscopy in modern astronomy, such as the solar system, stars, nebulae, the interstellar medium, and galaxies, giving an immediate appeal to beginners.


Polarimetry of Stars and Planetary Systems

Polarimetry of Stars and Planetary Systems
Author: Ludmilla Kolokolova
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Total Pages: 507
Release: 2015-05-14
Genre: Science
ISBN: 1316298949

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Summarising the striking advances of the last two decades, this reliable introduction to modern astronomical polarimetry provides a comprehensive review of state-of-the-art techniques, models and research methods. Focusing on optical and near-infrared wavelengths, each detailed, up-to-date chapter addresses a different facet of recent innovations, including new instrumentation, techniques and theories; new methods based on laboratory studies, enabling the modelling of polarimetric characteristics for a wide variety of astronomical objects; emerging fields of polarimetric exploration, including proto-planetary and debris discs, icy satellites, transneptunian objects, exoplanets, and the search for extraterrestrial life; and unique results produced by space telescopes, and polarimeters aboard exploratory spacecraft. With contributions from an international team of accomplished researchers, this is an ideal resource for astronomers and researchers working in astrophysics, earth sciences, and remote sensing keen to learn more about this valuable diagnostic tool. The book is dedicated to the memory of renowned polarimetrist Tom Gehrels.


Highlights of Spanish Astrophysics IV

Highlights of Spanish Astrophysics IV
Author: Sociedad Española De Astronomía. Scientific Meeting
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 373
Release: 2007-07-23
Genre: Science
ISBN: 140205999X

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This volume documents the contributions presented at the Seventh Scientific Meeting of the Spanish Astronomical Society (Sociedad Española de Astronomía, SEA). The event bought together 301 participants who presented 161 contributed talks and 120 posters, the greatest numbers up to now. The fact that most exciting items of the current astronomical research were addressed in the meeting proofs the good health of the SEA, a consolidated organization founded fifteen years ago in Barcelona. Two plenary sessions of the meeting were devoted to the approved entrance of Spain as a full member of the European Southern Observatory (ESO) and to the imminent first light of the greatest telescope in the world, the GTC (Gran Telescopio de Canarias), milestones that will certainly lead the Spanish Astronomy in the next future.


Bayesian Astrophysics

Bayesian Astrophysics
Author: Andrés Asensio Ramos
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Total Pages: 209
Release: 2018-04-26
Genre: Mathematics
ISBN: 1107102138

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Provides an overview of the fundamentals of Bayesian inference and its applications within astrophysics, for graduate students and researchers.