Title Dark energy: Theory and observations Author(s) Luca Amendola;Shinji Tsujikawa Publication Cambridge, Cambridge University Press, 2010. Description xiv, 491p. Abstract Note View other formats: Adobe eBook Reader Dark energy, the mysterious cause of the accelerating expansion of the universe, is one of the most important fields of research in astrophysics and cosmology today. Introducing the theoretical ideas, observational methods and results, this textbook is ideally suited to graduate courses on dark energy, and will also supplement advanced cosmology courses. Providing a thorough introduction to this exciting field, the textbook covers the cosmological constant, quintessence, k-essence, perfect fluid models, extra-dimensional models, and modified gravity. Observational research is reviewed, from the cosmic microwave background to baryon acoustic oscillations, weak lensing and cluster abundances. Every chapter ends with problems, with full solutions provided, and any calculations are worked through step-by-step. ISBN,Price 9780521516006 : UKP 45.00(HB) Classification 524.85 Keyword(s) 1. COSMOLOGICAL CONSTANT 2. COSMOLOGICAL PERTURBATION THEORY 3. COSMOLOGY 4. DARK ENERGY 5. DARK MATTER 6. EBOOK 7. EBOOK - CAMBRIDGE UNIVERSITY PRESS Item Type Book Multi-Media Links Please Click here for eBook Circulation Data Accession#   Call# Status Issued To Return Due On Physical Location 023597   524.85/AME/023597  On Shelf     OB0776   524.85/AME/  On Shelf     +Copy Specific Information