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PublisherFreeman & Company, W&H

ISBN-101464140855

ISBN-139781464140853

eBay Product ID (ePID)202423992

Product Key Features

Number of Pages400 Pages

Publication NameInvestigating Astronomy

LanguageEnglish

SubjectAstronomy

Publication Year2014

FeaturesRevised

TypeTextbook

Subject AreaScience

AuthorTimothy F. Slater, Roger Freedman

FormatTrade Paperback

Dimensions

Item Height0.6 in

Item Weight16 Oz

Item Length10.8 in

Item Width9.1 in

Additional Product Features

Edition Number2

Intended AudienceCollege Audience

LCCN2013-956580

Dewey Edition23

IllustratedYes

Dewey Decimal520

Edition DescriptionRevised edition

Table Of Content1. Predicting the Motions of the Stars, Sun, and Moon 2. Decoding the Hidden Messages in Starlight 3. Analyzing Scales and Motions of the Universe 4. Exploring Our Evolving Solar System 5. Uncovering Earth's Systems 6. Exploring Terrestrial Surface Processes and Atmospheres 7. Observing the Dynamic Giant Planets 8. Looking for Life beyond Earth 9. Probing the Dynamic Sun 10. Observing Properties of Distant Stars 11. Inferring Patterns in Star Life Cycles 12 . Predicting the Violent End of the Largest Stars 13. Exploring Our Galaxy 14. Investigating Other Galaxies 15. Observing the Evolution of the Universe

SynopsisWith a careful selection of topics, a focus on conceptual understanding, and a strong theme of scientific process, Investigating Astronomy offers a compelling presentation for students learning introductory astronomy. The updated new edition includes cutting-edge research in the field and provides a contemporary view of the nature of science., Learn how astronomers study and decipher the universe's underlying processes as Investigating Astronomy helps you approach the subject from a professional scientist's perspective.

LC Classification NumberQB45.2.S58 2014