Gravity's Fatal Attraction Black Holes in the Universe
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Richly illustrated with the images from observatories on the ground and in space, and computer simulations, this book shows how black holes were discovered, and discusses our current understanding of their role in cosmic evolution. This second edition covers new discoveries made in the past decade, including definitive proof of a black hole at the center of the Milky Way, evidence that the expansion of the Universe is accelerating, and the new appreciation of the connection between black holes and…
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Key features
- Covers new discoveries made in the past decade, with two entirely new chapters on gamma-ray bursts and cosmic feedback
- Richly illustrated with clear, explanatory images revealing the strange and amazing workings of our universe
- Engaging style makes it suitable for introductory undergraduate courses, amateur astronomers, and all readers interested in astronomy and physics
About the book
- DOI https://doi.org/10.1017/9780521889445
- Editions 2nd Edition
- Format: Digital
- Publication date: 29 August 2020
- ISBN: 9780511807794
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