The Essential Book of Black Holes
Sten Odenwald
Explore the incredible science behind of black holes in this guide, written by NASA astronomer and educator, Sten Odenwald.
Black holes are some of the most fascinating phenomena in the natural universe. In this beautiful pocket volume, Odenwald explores the science behind black holes in simple and accessible language. He explains what black holes are, how they come into existence, and how they affect the universe around us. Taking into consideration subjects such as gravity, quantum mechanics, the holographic principle and thermodynamics along the way, The Essential Book of Black Holes provides the perfect starting point for anyone interested in the subject.
ABOUT THE SERIES: Arcturus Concepts is a series of titles diving into some of the most compelling subjects in modern science. Written by a variety of experts, these editions provide a perfect starting point to a range of fascinating topics.
Duration - 2h 51m.
Author - Sten Odenwald.
Narrator - Penelope Rawlins.
Published Date - Thursday, 30 January 2025.
Copyright - © 2025 Arcturus Holdings Limited ©.
Location:
United States
Networks:
Sten Odenwald
Penelope Rawlins
Arcturus Concepts
Arcturus Digital
English Audiobooks
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Description:
Explore the incredible science behind of black holes in this guide, written by NASA astronomer and educator, Sten Odenwald. Black holes are some of the most fascinating phenomena in the natural universe. In this beautiful pocket volume, Odenwald explores the science behind black holes in simple and accessible language. He explains what black holes are, how they come into existence, and how they affect the universe around us. Taking into consideration subjects such as gravity, quantum mechanics, the holographic principle and thermodynamics along the way, The Essential Book of Black Holes provides the perfect starting point for anyone interested in the subject. ABOUT THE SERIES: Arcturus Concepts is a series of titles diving into some of the most compelling subjects in modern science. Written by a variety of experts, these editions provide a perfect starting point to a range of fascinating topics. Duration - 2h 51m. Author - Sten Odenwald. Narrator - Penelope Rawlins. Published Date - Thursday, 30 January 2025. Copyright - © 2025 Arcturus Holdings Limited ©.
Language:
English
Opening Credits
Duration:00:00:14
Chapter 1: Space as a Phantom
Duration:00:24:19
Chapter 2: Non-Rotating Black Holes
Duration:00:24:11
Chapter 3: Rotating Black Holes
Duration:00:16:36
Chapter 4: Between a Rock and a Hard Place
Duration:00:12:30
Chapter 5: Cygnus X-1
Duration:00:10:32
Chapter 6: Stellar Mass Black Holes
Duration:00:09:34
Chapter 7: Supermassive Black Holes
Duration:00:12:49
Chapter 8: Gravity Waves
Duration:00:14:03
Chapter 9: Gravitational Pits and Stellar Motions
Duration:00:09:39
Chapter 10: Accretion Disks
Duration:00:12:50
Chapter 11: Direct Imaging of Black Holes
Duration:00:07:41
Chapter 12: Exotic Issues
Duration:00:16:13
Closing Credits
Duration:00:00:24