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    PHY 47: Physics and the Universe

    Course Description

    Exploration of our understanding of the universe, including the formation of large scale structure, galaxies, stars, the elements, and life. Scientific innovations driving this picture including esoteric theories such as general relativity and string theory, and technological breakthroughs such as the Hubble space telescope and gravitational wave detectors. Open only to students in the FOCUS program.

    Prerequisites

    None.

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    Contact

    Prospective students can get more information from the Director of Undergraduate Studies or the Director of Graduate Studies.

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