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Structure Formation in the Universe by Thanu Padmanabhan is a nonfiction available to read on EtoBox.

What is Structure Formation in the Universe about?

<p>Understanding the way in which large-scale structures such as galaxies form remains the most challenging problem in cosmology today. This text provides an up-to-date and pedagogical introduction to this exciting area of research. Part 1 deals with the Friedmann model, the thermal history of the universe, and includes a description of observed structures in the universe. Part 2 describes the theory of gravitational instability in both the linear and nonlinear regimes. This part also includes chapters on the microwave background radiation, Large-scale velocity fields, quasars, and high redshift objects. Part 3 of the book covers inflation, cosmic strings, and dark matter. Each chapter is accompanied by a comprehensive set of exercises to help the reader in self-study.</p>

Who reads Structure Formation in the Universe?

It is typically read by self-directed learners exploring a subject in depth.

Common subject areas: history, science, philosophy, social sciences.

Author
Thanu Padmanabhan
Publisher
Cambridge University Press (Virtual Publishing)
Published
1993
Language
EN
ISBN
9780521414487
Category
nonfiction
Subjects
Science, Astronomy, Physics
Updated
2026-03-24