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An Introduction To The Study Of Variable Stars

An Introduction To The Study Of Variable Stars

Furness, Caroline E.

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Fiction AnthologiesEnvironmental StudiesTeaching Instruction

ISBN10: 116379208X
ISBN13: 9781163792087
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 376
Weight: 1.11
Height: 0.78 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
An Introduction To The Study Of Variable Stars is a comprehensive guide to variable stars written by Caroline E. Furness. The book provides an overview of the different types of variable stars and their characteristics, including pulsating, eruptive, and cataclysmic variables. It also covers the history of variable star research, including the contributions of notable astronomers such as Henrietta Swan Leavitt and Edward Charles Pickering.The book includes detailed explanations of the techniques used to study variable stars, such as photometry and spectroscopy. It also discusses the importance of variable stars in astronomy, including their use as distance indicators and in the study of stellar evolution.Throughout the book, Furness provides numerous examples and case studies of variable stars, making the content accessible to both beginners and more experienced astronomers. The book is well-organized and includes helpful diagrams and illustrations to aid in understanding the concepts presented.Overall, An Introduction To The Study Of Variable Stars is a valuable resource for anyone interested in learning more about these fascinating objects and their role in the study of the universe.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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