TY - BOOK AU - Piccirillo,Lucio TI - Introduction to the maths and physics of the solar system SN - 9780367002541 AV - QB501 .P495 2020 U1 - 523.20151 23 PY - 2020/// CY - Boca Raton PB - CRC Press KW - Astronomy KW - Mathematics KW - Astrophysics KW - Solar system N1 - Includes bibliographical references and index; Basic concepts -- Math and physics toolkit -- Celestial mechanics -- Few facts about the solar system N2 - "This book provides readers with an understanding of the basic physics and mathematics that governs our solar system. It explores the mechanics of our Sun and planets; their orbits, tides, eclipses and many other fascinating phenomena. This book is a valuable resource for undergraduate students studying astronomy and should be used in conjunction with other introductory astronomy textbooks in the field to provide additional learning opportunities. Features: Written in an engaging and approachable manner, with fully explained mathematics and physics concepts. Suitable as a companion to all introductory astronomy textbooks accessible to a general audience"-- ER -