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Introduction to Astronomy

Course #: PHYSIC 121

Description:
Descriptive introduction to astronomy and astrophysics. Topics include introductory material on light, telescopes, and spectroscopy; properties of stars and stellar evolution, including the formation of stars, stellar energy cycles, red giants, white dwarfs, supernovae, neutron stars, and black holes; galactic structure; the expansion of the universe; cosmology; the past and future of the universe.

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2024 Fall

Section Class Number Schedule/Time Instructor Location
01 1636 MWF
1:00 - 1:50 pm
Ginsberg,Edward Wheatley W02-0158
Session: Regular
Class Dates: 09/03/2024 - 12/13/2024
Capacity: 70
Enrolled: 67
Status: Closed
Credits: 3/3
Class Notes:
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Course Attributes: Natural Sciences