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Structure and Evolution of Single Stars: An introduction is
intended for upper-level undergraduates and beginning graduates
with a background in physics. Following a brief overview of the
background observational material, the basic equations describing
the structure and evolution of single stars are derived. The
relevant physical processes, which include the equation of state,
opacity, nuclear reactions and neutrino losses are then reviewed.
Subsequent chapters describe the evolution of low-mass stars from
formation to the final white dwarf phase. The final chapter deals
with the evolution of massive stars.
What does it take to consider a planet potentially habitable? If a
planet is suitable for life, could life be present? Is life on
other planets inevitable? Searching for Habitable Worlds answers
these questions and provides both the general public and astronomy
enthusiasts with a richly illustrated discussion of the most
current knowledge regarding the search for extrasolar planets.
Nearly everyone wants to know if we are alone in the universe. This
book might not have the answers, but shows where we should look.
This book is a fun and accessible book for everyone from middle
schoolers to amateur astronomers of all ages. The use of
non-technical language and abundant illustrations make this a quick
read to inform everyone about the latest movement in the search for
other planets that we might be able to inhabit. After a brief
discussion on why humans are hard-wired to be curious, and to
explore the unknown, the book describes what extrasolar planets
are, how to detect them, and how to pin down potential targets. In
addition, a data-driven list of the best candidates for
habitability is profiled and the next generation of
exoplanet-hunting scientific instruments and probes are identified.
Near the end of the Apollo 15 mission, David Scott and fellow
moonwalker James Irwin conducted a secret ceremony unsanctioned by
NASA: they placed on the lunar soil a small tin figurine called The
Fallen Astronaut, along with a plaque bearing a list of names. By
telling the stories of those sixteen astronauts and cosmonauts who
died in the quest to reach the moon between 1962 and 1972, this
book enriches the saga of humankind's greatest scientific
undertaking, Project Apollo, and conveys the human cost of the
space race. Many people are aware of the first manned Apollo
mission, in which Gus Grissom, Ed White, and Roger Chaffee lost
their lives in a fire during a ground test, but few know of the
other five fallen astronauts whose stories this book tells as well,
including Ted Freeman and C.C. Williams, who died in the crashes of
their T-38 jets; the "Gemini Twins," Charlie Bassett and Elliot
See, killed when their jet slammed into the building where their
Gemini capsule was undergoing final construction; and Ed Givens,
whose fatal car crash has until now been obscured by rumors.
Supported by extensive interviews and archival material, the
extraordinary lives and accomplishments of these and other fallen
astronauts-including eight Russian cosmonauts who lost their lives
during training-unfold here in intimate and compelling detail.
Their stories return us to a stirring time in the history of our
nation and remind us of the cost of fulfilling our dreams. This
revised edition includes expanded and revised biographies and
additional photographs. Purchase the audio edition.
The ideal gift for aspiring astronomers. The sights in our Solar
System are dynamic reminders of our planet's position as part of a
larger neighbourhood. Study the ever-changing face of the Moon,
watch the steady march of the planets against the stars, witness
the thrill of a meteor shower, or the memory of a
once-in-a-generation comet. In a few short generations, scientists
have taken us from wondering about the nature of the Solar System
to exploring every corner of it with advanced robotic probes, and
inexpensive but powerful telescopes have become ubiquitous,
allowing all of us to follow in the footsteps of Galileo as
explorers. In this guide, you will learn how the Solar System came
to be understood - from ancient theories of its mechanics to the
modern age of remote sensing, We'll then look at the significant
targets for amateur astronomers - the Moon, Sun and planets - to
see how they can be explored by eye and with telescopes. We'll
discuss some of the more obscure but fascinating worlds, including
asteroids and dwarf planets, and dazzling special events, such as
meteor showers, conjunctions, occultations and eclipses.
Visual Astronomy introduces the basics of observational astronomy,
a fundamentally limitless opportunity to learn about the universe
with your unaided eyes or with tools such as binoculars,
telescopes, or cameras. The book explains the essentials of time
and coordinate systems and their use in basic observations of the
night sky. Readers will learn how to use widely accessible
resources to determine what is visible (and when it is visible)
from their particular location. Distinct attention is paid to the
dependence of the appearance and motion on the observer's location,
by extending the discussion to include various latitudes in both
the Northern and Southern Hemispheres. This approach provides a
better understanding of the night sky and makes the material more
interesting and relevant around the world, not just in North
America. You don't need any mathematical skill or technical
knowledge to quickly grasp the concepts of basic astronomy, nor do
you need expensive equipment to look up at the night sky and
understand what you see. If you do have or can access a telescope,
Visual Astronomy will teach you the fundamentals of its use and how
to get the best views possible. Links to major telescope facilities
around the world; current and past space missions; links to free
sky simulation applications; and ideas for observation projects
make this an excellent learning tool for the new hobbyist or for
teachers who wish to show their students why visual astronomy is a
lifetime love for millions.
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