Stellar Spectral Classification by Richard O Gray

Stellar Spectral Classification by Richard O Gray

Discusses both the foundations and techniques of MK and other spectral classification systems. This book introduces the astrophysics of spectroscopy, reviews the entire field of stellar astronomy, and shows how the well-tested methods of spectral classification are a tool for graduate students and researchers working in astronomy and astrophysics.

"Anyone interested in learning about the classification of stellar spectra will be well served if they begin by consulting a new book entitled Stellar Spectral ClassificationBeautiful illustrations and examples are given at every turn... We can confidently say that this is not only a superb text but is probably the most comprehensive single-volume text currently available on the fascinating subject of stellar spectral classification. A valuable resource for the astronomical community, it exudes authority. This is no surprise for the book's authors and contributors are amongst foremost authorities in this field. Summing up, we can say that our first look at this book made us really excited."--Current Engineering Practice

Richard O. Gray is professor of astronomy at Appalachian State University. Christopher J. Corbally, SJ, is a vice director of the Vatican Observatory and adjunct associate professor of astronomy at the University of Arizona.

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ISBN 13	9780691125114
ISBN 10	0691125112
Title	Stellar Spectral Classification
Author	Richard O Gray
Series	Princeton Series In Astrophysics
Condition	Unavailable
Binding Type	Paperback
Publisher	Princeton University Press
Year published	2009-03-29
Number of pages	592
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