The term “chemical evolution of galaxies” refers to the evolution of abundances of chemical species in galaxies, which is due to nuclear processes occurring

This book is based partly on a. lecture course given at the University of Tri este, but mostly on my own research experience in the field of galactic chemical e

A lucid introduction for advanced undergraduates and graduate students, and an authoritative overview for researchers and professional scientists.

A coherent introduction for researchers in astronomy, particle physics, and cosmology on the formation and evolution of galaxies.

This review of the most up-to-date observational and theoretical information concerning the chemical evolution of the Milky Way compares the abundances derived