Astronomy and Astrophysics

ASTR 240B High Redshift Galaxies

Galaxy formation and evolution from observations of intermediate-to-high redshift galaxies (z 0.5-5). Complements and builds on 240A. Cluster galaxies and field galaxies. Foundation from classic papers on distant galaxies. Recent discoveries from IR and sub-mm measurements. Impact of AGNs and QSOs. Overview of modeling approaches. Identify theoretical and observational issues.

Requirements

Enrollment is restricted to graduate students.

Credits

5

Quarter offered

Spring