Book Description
Contains a referential glossary of astronomy-related terms, biographies of important astronomers and astronauts, and a chronology of notable events contributing to the science.
Author : Joseph A. Angelo
Publisher : Infobase Publishing
Page : 342 pages
File Size : 48,56 MB
Release : 2009
Category : Science
ISBN : 143811690X
Contains a referential glossary of astronomy-related terms, biographies of important astronomers and astronauts, and a chronology of notable events contributing to the science.
Author : Diagram Group
Publisher :
Page : 290 pages
File Size : 45,39 MB
Release : 2001
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780816045457
Since earliest times, humans have contemplated the world beyond planet Earth. In the last fifty years, space exploration has become a truly international activity; coverage of the International Space Station reinforces our ongoing fascination with outer space. With a wide array of tables, charts, maps, and line drawings, Space and Astronomy On File presents the most up-to-date facts, figures, and explanations on this aspect of scientific study. An invaluable resource for students, teachers, and general readers, this addition to the critically acclaimed On File series features material from a vast range of international organizations, academic institutions, research foundations, and national and international databases that will: * Reveal the many achievements and varied technologies in space research * Explain the locations, types, origins, and evolution of astronomical objects, from galaxies to meteorites * Provide users at all levels with information to enable them to incorporate this resource into their studies * Combine with Weather and Climate On File to make a unique resource of Earth's atmosphere, space, and space exploration.
Author : Facts on File
Publisher :
Page : pages
File Size : 18,99 MB
Release : 2001
Category : Astronomy
ISBN :
Author : Marianne J. Dyson
Publisher : Infobase Publishing
Page : 305 pages
File Size : 45,45 MB
Release : 2014-05-14
Category : Science
ISBN : 1438109814
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 : Joseph A. Angelo
Publisher : Infobase Publishing
Page : 753 pages
File Size : 17,97 MB
Release : 2014-05-14
Category : Science
ISBN : 1438110189
Presents a comprehensive reference to astronomy and space exploration, with articles on space technology, astronauts, stars, planets, key theories and laws and more.
Author : Martin V. Zombeck
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 95 pages
File Size : 29,11 MB
Release : 2006-11-09
Category : Science
ISBN : 1139459503
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 : Joseph A. Angelo
Publisher : Infobase Publishing
Page : 481 pages
File Size : 13,87 MB
Release : 2009
Category : Astronomy
ISBN : 1438109504
An alphabetical dictionary containing over 1,500 entries on topics dealing with space, space flight, and space technology.
Author : National Research Council
Publisher : National Academies Press
Page : 83 pages
File Size : 37,10 MB
Release : 1988-02-01
Category : Science
ISBN : 0309038758
Author : Facts On File, Incorporated
Publisher : Infobase Publishing
Page : 209 pages
File Size : 38,52 MB
Release : 2006
Category : Astronomy
ISBN : 1438125259
Space and Astronomy : An Illustrated Guide to Science is one of eight volumes in the Science Visual Resources set.
Author :
Publisher :
Page : pages
File Size : 29,17 MB
Release : 1993
Category :
ISBN :