An Introduction to Mathematical Cosmology

by Jamal Nazrul Islam

Book Overview

This book provides a concise introduction to the mathematical aspects of the origin, structure and evolution of the universe. The book begins with a brief overview of observational and theoretical cosmology, along with a short introduction of general relativity. It then goes on to discuss Friedmann models, the Hubble constant and deceleration parameter, singularities, the early universe, inflation, quantum cosmology and the distant future of the universe...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0521499739
• ISBN13: 9780521499736
• Release Date: November 2001
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Length: 264 Pages
• Weight: 0.80 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 5.8" x 9.0"