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Focusing on the evolution of cosmology into a scientific discipline, the narrative explores the significant contributions of astronomers and physicists throughout the 20th century. It highlights the transition from mythological explanations of the universe to empirical data interpretation, detailing key figures like Leavitt, Slipher, and Hubble, and their reconciliation of observational findings with Einstein's general relativity. The book illustrates how this collaborative effort culminated in a coherent understanding of the cosmos, marking a pivotal moment in scientific history.
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The True Story of Modern Cosmology, Emilio Elizalde
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- Released
- 2021
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- Subtitle
- Origins, Main Actors and Breakthroughs
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Emilio Elizalde
- Publisher
- Springer International Publishing
- Released
- 2021
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 296
- ISBN13
- 9783030806538
- Series
- Rating
- 5 out of 5
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- Focusing on the evolution of cosmology into a scientific discipline, the narrative explores the significant contributions of astronomers and physicists throughout the 20th century. It highlights the transition from mythological explanations of the universe to empirical data interpretation, detailing key figures like Leavitt, Slipher, and Hubble, and their reconciliation of observational findings with Einstein's general relativity. The book illustrates how this collaborative effort culminated in a coherent understanding of the cosmos, marking a pivotal moment in scientific history.