AST 241 - Astrophysics I

Institution:

University of Rochester

Subject:

Description:

This introduction to the physical processes in astronomical objects is taken primarily by juniors and seniors majoring in physics, physics and astronomy, optics, or mathematics. Topics discussed include physical processes in the interstellar medium; star formation and molecular clouds; the structure of galaxies; and interaction to cosmology.

Credits:

4.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.rochester.edu

Phone Number:

(888) 822-2256

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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