Gravity
An Introduction to Einstein's General Relativity
James B. Hartle
This groundbreaking text aims to make general relativity accessible to all physics majors, using a "physics first" approach and a minimum of new mathematics. Written by renowned physicist James B. Hartle, the book explores exciting phenomena of gravitational physics and the growing connection between theory and observation. Topics covered include the Global Positioning System, black holes, pulsars, quasars, and the Big Bang. An essential read for physics enthusiasts and students alike.
Fecha de publicación
2002-12-26T00:00:00.000Z
2002-12-26T00:00:00.000Z
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4.26
ISBN
9780805386622
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2019-05-22T15:42:45.000Z
@rationalist44 (1) is easy - there are two components, but for distant galaxies the so-called ‘proper motion’ is negligible. (2) You need a little GR. Look up cosmological redshift. The best intro text book in my view is Hartle - the calculation is in section 18.2. – fuente