PHYSICS 240A
Galactic Astrophysics
The morphology, kinematics, and evolution of our Milky Way and other galaxies. Topics include stellar formation and stellar evolution, end states of stars (supernovae, neutron stars), the distribution of stars, interstellar gas and mass in galaxies. The Local Group.
Topics
- stellar formation and stellar evolution
- end states of stars (supernovae
- neutron stars)
- the distribution of stars
- interstellar gas and mass in galaxies
Topics explicitly listed in official catalogue description
Prerequisites & course information
The morphology, kinematics, and evolution of our Milky Way and other galaxies. Topics include stellar formation and stellar evolution, end states of stars (supernovae, neutron stars), the distribution of stars, interstellar gas and mass in galaxies. The Local Group.
Sources
- Course catalogue ↗2026-2027