ASTR 210 - Black Holes in the Universe

Institution:

College of Charleston

Subject:

Astronomy

Description:

Properties of black holes and observations of objections that might harbor them. Topics include Einstein's special and general relativity, stellar evolution, black hole detection, accretion and outflows, gravitational waves, the Hawkings effect, singularities and the possibility of creating mini black holes in the laboratory. For non-science majors. NOTE: Please refer to the appropriate academic catalog for additional course information concerning prerequisites, co-requisites and course restrictions..

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.cofc.edu

Phone Number:

(843) 953-5500

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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