Radiative Transfer

Are you a physics enthusiast looking to deepen your knowledge and understanding of radiative transfer? Look no further than the definitive work in the field - Radiative Transfer. This comprehensive book is a must-have for workers and students in physics, nuclear physics, astrophysics, and atmospheric studies. With its foundation in the analysis of stellar atmospheres, planetary illumination, and sky radiation, Radiative Transfer is the ultimate resource for exploring this fascinating subject.

Radiative transfer has recently gained attention from physicists as well, as it presents similar problems encountered in the theory of diffusion of neutrons. This means that the knowledge and techniques you gain from studying radiative transfer can be applied to a wide range of scientific fields. The book, authored by the esteemed Morton D. Hall, Distinguished Service Professor at the University of Chicago, is highly regarded by experts in the field.

Chandrasekhar, in Radiative Transfer, introduces radiative transfer in plane-parallel atmospheres as a branch of mathematical physics, offering its own distinctive methods and techniques. The book starts with a formulation and analysis of fundamental problems, providing you with a solid foundation. You'll also learn about the polarization of the radiation field, which can be accounted for by using a set of parameters introduced by Stokes.

The following chapters delve into a variety of transfer problems, including those in semi-infinite and finite atmospheres, Rayleigh scattering, and the radiative equilibrium of a stellar atmosphere. The book also covers related astrophysical and mathematical problems, showcasing the powerful mathematical methods employed to tackle these complex issues. Thanks to these methods, the book goes beyond what was previously possible and explores areas such as the scattering of polarized light.

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