Explorations : an introduction to astronomy /
Thomas T. Arny; Stephen E. Schneider
- Ninth edition.
- xxviii, 524 pages : colored illustrations ; 28 cm
Previous edition: 2017 Includes index.
1. The cycles of the sky -- 2. The rise of Astronomy -- 3. Gravity and motion -- 4. Light and atoms -- 5. Telescopes -- 6. The earth -- 7. The moon -- 8. Survey of solar systems -- 9. The terrestrial planets -- 10. The outer planets -- 11. Small bodies orbiting the sun -- 12. The sun, our star -- 13. Measuring the properties of stars -- 14. Stellar evolution -- 15. Stellar Remnants: White Dwarfs, neutron stars, and black holes -- 16. The milky way galaxy -- 17. Galaxies -- 18. Cosmology.
This ninth edition strives to share with students a sense of wonder about the universe and the dynamic, ever-changing science of astronomy. Written for students of various educational backgrounds, 'Explorations' emphasises current information, a visually exciting art package, accessible writing, and accuracy. The ninth edition of Explorations: An Introduction to Astronomy continues to share with students a sense of wonder about the universe and the dynamic, ever-changing science of astronomy. Written for students of various educational backgrounds, Explorations emphasizes current information, a visually exciting art package, accessible writing, and accuracy