Finally, the book considers some general issues raised by expansion and isotropy. Next, the book presents the inflationary model and discusses the problem of the origin of structure and the correspondingly more detailed tests of relativistic models. One chapter gives the main results of the hot big bang theory. The next few chapters introduce relativistic cosmology and the classic observational tests. The first several chapters provide an introduction to the topics discussed later in the book. It also covers recent observational evidence pointing to an accelerating expansion of the universe. The book treats cosmological models without reliance on prior knowledge of general relativity, the necessary physics being introduced in the text as required. The authors present the standard big bang theory of the universe and provide an introduction to current inflationary cosmology, emphasizing the underlying physics without excessive technical detail. Assuming no previous knowledge of astronomy or cosmology, this book takes you beyond introductory texts to the point where you are able to read and appreciate the scientific literature, which is broadly referenced in the book. A thorough introduction to modern ideas on cosmology and on the physical basis of the general theory of relativity, An Introduction to the Science of Cosmology explores various theories and ideas in big bang cosmology, providing insight into current problems.
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