
Modern Cosmology
Alicia Knight(Editor)
Murphy & Moore Publishing
Published on 20. September 2022
Book
Hardback
240 pages
978-1-63987-370-8 (ISBN)
Description
The branch of astronomy which deals with the origin of the universe is called cosmology. It focuses
on the study of the constant evolution and eventual fate of the universe. The subject of cosmology is
divided into physical cosmology, religious cosmology and philosophical cosmology. Physical
cosmology makes use of mathematical principles to study the physical origin and evolution of the
universe. Religious cosmology provides an explanation of the origin and evolution of the universe
from religious perspectives. It may involve the description of a creator or a pantheon of deities.
Philosophical cosmology deals with topics beyond scientific explanation. It is a multidisciplinary field
of philosophy which draws on epistemology, metaphysics, philosophies of science and fundamental
physics. This book provides comprehensive insights into the field of cosmology. It provides
significant information of this discipline to help develop a good understanding of cosmology and
related fields. This book is an essential guide for both academicians and those who wish to pursue
this discipline further.
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Language
English
Place of publication
United States
Product notice
sewn/stitched
Cloth over boards
Dimensions
Height: 282 mm
Width: 208 mm
Thickness: 18 mm
Weight
814 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-63987-370-8 (9781639873708)
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