Using SI Units in Astronomy 1st Edition by Richard Dodd ISBN 0521769175 978-0521769174
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ISBN 10: 0521769175
ISBN 13: 978-0521769174
Author: Richard Dodd
A multitude of measurement units exist within astronomy, some of which are unique to the subject, causing discrepancies that are particularly apparent when astronomers collaborate with researchers from other disciplines in science and engineering. The International System of Units (SI) is based on seven fundamental units from which other units may be derived, but many astronomers are reluctant to drop their old and familiar systems. This handbook demonstrates the ease with which transformations from old units to SI units may be made. Using worked examples, the author argues that astronomers would benefit greatly if the reporting of astronomical research and the sharing of data were standardized to SI units. Each chapter reviews a different SI base unit, clarifying the connection between these units and those currently favoured by astronomers. This is an essential reference for all researchers in astronomy and astrophysics, and will also appeal to advanced students.
Table of contents:
Acknowledgements
Chapter 1: Introduction
Chapter 2: An Introduction to SI Units
Chapter 3: Dimensional Analysis
Chapter 4: Unit of Angular Measure (Radian)
Chapter 5: Unit of Time (Second)
Chapter 6: Unit of Length (Metre)
Chapter 7: Unit of Mass (Kilogram)
Chapter 8: Unit of Luminous Intensity (Candela)
Chapter 9: Unit of Thermodynamic Temperature (Kelvin)
Chapter 10: Unit of Electric Current (Ampere)
Chapter 11: Unit of Amount of Substance (Mole)
Chapter 12: Astronomical Taxonomy
References
Index
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