Category: Astrophysics

Astrophysics is a branch of astronomy that seeks to understand the physical properties and underlying laws governing celestial bodies and the universe as a whole. It combines principles from physics and astronomy to analyze the behavior, interactions, and evolution of objects such as stars, planets, galaxies, and the cosmos itself. Astrophysicists study phenomena including the formation of stars, black holes, cosmic radiation, and the expansion of the universe. The field encompasses various sub-disciplines, such as observational astrophysics, which involves collecting data from telescopes and other instruments, and theoretical astrophysics, which focuses on developing models and simulations to explain observed phenomena. By applying concepts from mechanics, thermodynamics, electromagnetism, and quantum mechanics, astrophysics aims to address fundamental questions about the nature of matter, energy, and the origins of the universe.