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PHYS 383 - Extragalactic Astrophysics

2023-2024 Catalog Year

Credit(s): 3
Lecture: 3
Non-Lecture: 0


This course is an exploration of the physical concepts and processes occurring outside our own Galaxy. Topics studied include a detailed description of the physical characteristics of various types of galaxies, groups, and galaxy clusters, their evolution since the Big Bang, and an overview of the current cosmological theories and observations. Particular attention will be paid to various techniques currently used to study extragalactic objects and phenomena.

Prerequisite(s): PHYS 228 .
Offered: Spring Semester - Even Years





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