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Author: Jim Bell Publisher: Union Square & Company ISBN: 9781454929390 Category : Astronomy Languages : en Pages : 0
Book Description
Presents a series of 250 significant events in the history of astronomy and space exploration, from the original formation of the galaxies, to the space mission to the planet Mars, to speculation about the end of the universe.
Author: Jim Bell Publisher: Union Square & Company ISBN: 9781454929390 Category : Astronomy Languages : en Pages : 0
Book Description
Presents a series of 250 significant events in the history of astronomy and space exploration, from the original formation of the galaxies, to the space mission to the planet Mars, to speculation about the end of the universe.
Author: Marianne J. Dyson Publisher: Infobase Publishing ISBN: 1438109814 Category : Science Languages : en Pages : 305
Book Description
Contains a history of the subjects of space and astronomy, providing definitions and explanations of related topics, plus brief biographies of scientists of the twentieth century.
Author: Lisa Miles Publisher: Usborne Books ISBN: 9780794526269 Category : Astronomy Languages : en Pages : 0
Book Description
This updated edition shows you the universe, using the latest amazing information from astronomers around the world, and space probes around the galaxy. This book includes practical information on home astronomy and buying and using equipment.
Author: Martin V. Zombeck Publisher: Cambridge University Press ISBN: 1139459503 Category : Science Languages : en Pages : 95
Book Description
Fully updated and including data from space-based observations, this Third Edition is a comprehensive compilation of the facts and figures relevant to astronomy and astrophysics. As well as a vast number of tables, graphs, diagrams and formulae it also includes a comprehensive index and bibliography, allowing readers to easily find the information they require. The book contains information covering a diverse range of topics in addition to astronomy and astrophysics, including atomic physics, nuclear physics, relativity, plasma physics, electromagnetism, mathematics, probability and statistics, and geophysics. This handbook contains the most frequently used information in modern astrophysics, and will be an essential reference for graduate students, researchers and professionals working in astronomy and the space sciences. A website with links to extensive supplementary information and databases can be found at www.cambridge.org/9780521782425.
Author: Britannica Educational Publishing Publisher: Britannica Educational Publishing ISBN: 1615307427 Category : Juvenile Nonfiction Languages : en Pages : 143
Book Description
The pioneers of astronomy and space exploration have advanced humankinds understanding of the universe. These individuals include earthbound theorists such as Aristotle, Ptolemy, and Galileo, as well as those who put their lives on the line travelling into the great unknown. Readers chronicle the lives of individuals positioned at the vanguard of astronomical discovery, laying the groundwork for space exploration past, present, and yet to come.
Author: Louie Stowell Publisher: Usborne Publishing Limited ISBN: 9781409599920 Category : Astronomy Languages : en Pages : 0
Book Description
A narrative introduction to the mysteries of space and the secrets of astronomy, packed with scientific facts about the solar system, comets, the Big Bang theory, telescopes, space exploration and lots more. Diagrams and amusing illustrations help make complex ideas easy and fun. Also includes star charts, a glossary, and an astronomy timeline.
Author: Joseph A. Angelo Publisher: Infobase Publishing ISBN: 1438110189 Category : Science Languages : en Pages : 753
Book Description
Presents a comprehensive reference to astronomy and space exploration, with articles on space technology, astronauts, stars, planets, key theories and laws and more.
Author: Alastair Smith Publisher: Usborne ISBN: 9781474903677 Category : Astronomy Languages : en Pages : 0
Book Description
An illustrated tour of the universe, from our closest planetary neighbours, Mars and Venus, to star constellations, galaxies and black holes millions of light years away. With photographs, detailed illustrations and fascinating information about space, plus tips on trying astronomy at home and internet links to websites with the latest space news.
Author: National Research Council Publisher: National Academies Press ISBN: 0309043816 Category : Science Languages : en Pages : 221
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Astronomers and astrophysicists are making revolutionary advances in our understanding of planets, stars, galaxies, and even the structure of the universe itself. The Decade of Discovery presents a survey of this exciting field of science and offers a prioritized agenda for space- and ground-based research into the twenty-first century. The book presents specific recommendations, programs, and expenditure levels to meet the needs of the astronomy and astrophysics communities. Accessible to the interested lay reader, the book explores: The technological investments needed for instruments that will be built in the next century. The importance of the computer revolution to all aspects of astronomical research. The potential usefulness of the moon as an observatory site. Policy issues relevant to the funding of astronomy and the execution of astronomical projects. The Decade of Discovery will prove valuable to science policymakers, research administrators, scientists, and students in the physical sciences, and interested lay readers.