AST 316 - Introductory Astrophysics and Space Physics

Institution:

Murray State University

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Description:

Introduction to astrophysics and space physics. Space physics is concerned with understanding the environment between the sun and the earth's upper atmosphere. Topics include coronal mass ejections, the solar wind, magnetospheric storms, and auroral precipitation. Astrophysics is the study of planetary system formation and evolution, stellar structure and evolution, galactic structure, and cosmology. Phenomena of interest include quasars, black holes, supernovas, and the cosmic microwave background radiation. Prerequisites: PHY 140 and 255. Co-requisite: PHY 370 or PHY 580; or consent of instructor. (Same as PHY 316.)

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.murraystate.edu

Phone Number:

(270) 809-3011

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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