AST 0021 - Galaxies And The Universe

Institution:

Tufts University

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Description:

Gravity, light, matter, telescopes, properties and evolution of stars, star-gas-star cycle, normal galaxies, cosmic distance measurements, active galaxies, quasars, supermassive black holes, galaxy groups and clusters, gravitational lensing, X-ray clusters, dark matter, dark energy, galaxy formation and evolution, expansion and fate of the universe. Prerequisites Physics 11 and 12, or Physics 1 and 2, or consent of instructor. This course meets the following distribution requirements: Please note: If more than one distribution area is listed, the course can be used to satisfy ONE area only. Natural Sciences

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.tufts.edu

Phone Number:

(617) 628-5000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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