Where Can I Find Comprehensive Resources on the Cosmic Microwave Background?

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Comprehensive resources on the Cosmic Microwave Background (CMB) can be found primarily through websites rather than books, as the field is relatively new. Recommended sites include the University of Chicago's CMB page and the WMAP website, which provide accessible information. Many existing materials assume a background in physics or mathematics, making them less suitable for laypersons. Engaging with research papers may also be beneficial for deeper understanding. Overall, online resources are the best starting point for learning about the CMB in layman's terms.
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Does anyone here know of any good books or sites that describe the CMB in a comprehensive way? I want to learn more about it, because I find it very interesting, but most of what I've found is just snippets here and there, or descriptions that either take for granted that I know a lot about physics, mathematics, or both.

I just want to know what it is, what it's properties are, etc. in terms a lay person can understand.

Thanks.

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I don't think there are any books on this yet. Precision CMB science is too new, I think. You're better off searching websites and, if you can stomach it, reading some of the papers. Along with what hellfire suggested, the WMAP website is a good place to start.
 
Muchas Gracias

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