Format:
XVII, 393 S.
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Ill., graph. Darst.
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26 cm
ISBN:
1107044065
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9781107620254
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1107620252
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9781107044067
Note:
Includes bibliographical references and index
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The 19th century's last five yearsPart I. The import of theoretical tools. An overview ; Conclusions based on principles ; Conclusions based on a premise ; Conclusions based on calculations ; Asking the right questions, accepting limited answers -- Part II. A national plan shaping the universe we perceive. A new order and the new universe it produced ; Where did the chemical elements arise? ; Landscapes ; The evolution of astrophysical theory after 1960 ; Turmoils of leadership ; Cascades and shocks that shape astrophysics ; Astrophysical discourse and persuasion -- Part III. The cost of discerning the true universe. Organization and functioning of the astronomical community ; Language and astrophysical stability ; An economically viable astronomical program.
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The 19th century's last five years -- The import of theoretical tools -- An overview -- Conclusions based on principles -- Conclusions based on a premise -- Conclusions based on calculations -- Asking the right questions, accepting limited answers -- A national plan shaping the universe we perceive -- A new order and the new universe it produced -- Where did the chemical elements arise? -- Landscapes -- The evolution of astrophysical theory after 1960 -- Turmoils of leadership -- Cascades and shocks that shape astrophysics -- Astrophysical discourse and persuasion -- The cost of discerning the true universe -- Organization and functioning of the astronomical community -- Language and astrophysical stability -- An economically viable astronomical program.
Language:
English
Subjects:
Physics
Keywords:
Kosmologie
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Astrophysik
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Geschichte
Author information:
Harwit, Martin 1931-
