Astrophysical Techniques

by Christopher R. Kitchin

Emphasizing the underlying unity of all astronomical observations, Astrophysical Techniques, Fifth Edition provides a coherent state-of-the-art account ofthe instruments and techniques used in current astronomy and astrophysics. The fifth edition of this well-respected text includes many new instruments and techniques while removing some that have long been unused by both professional and amateur astronomers. New to the Fifth Edition By covering the instruments, techniques, theory, and data processing of astrophysics in sufficient depth, this text forms a thorough grounding for beginners and is a handy reference for more advanced students and professionals.

Genres: Textbooks, Astronomy, Physics, Science

592 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 1991

About the author

Christopher R. Kitchin AKA Chris Kitchin & C.R. Kitchin

Reviews

[Greg · Rating 4 out of 5]

Excellent survey of the major techniques and instruments used to make observations and data reduction in astronomy today.