Astrophysics

Astrophysics is a branch of astronomy that applies the principles and methods of physics and chemistry to understand how stars, galaxies, and the universe as a whole behave, evolve, and interact. It focuses on the physical properties, processes, and underlying mechanisms governing celestial phenomena. Key areas of study in astrophysics include the lifecycle of stars, the formation and structure of galaxies, black holes, dark matter, and cosmology, which examines the origins and fate of the universe. By utilizing theories from physics, such as relativity and quantum mechanics, astrophysics aims to explain the nature of space and time and the fundamental forces that shape cosmic structures.