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How did the Sun evolve, and what will it become? What is the origin
of its light and heat? How does solar activity affect the
atmospheric conditions that make life on Earth possible? These are
the questions at the heart of solar physics, and at the core of
this book. The Sun is the only star near enough to study in
sufficient detail to provide rigorous tests of our theories and
help us understand the more distant and exotic objects throughout
the cosmos. Having observed the Sun using both ground-based and
spaceborne instruments, the authors bring their extensive personal
experience to this story revealing what we have discovered about
phenomena from eclipses to neutrinos, space weather, and global
warming. This second edition is updated throughout, and features
results from the current spacecraft that are aloft, especially
NASA's Solar Dynamics Observatory, for which one of the authors
designed some of the telescopes.
The fifth edition of The Cosmos: Astronomy in the New Millennium
provides you with the fundamentals of astronomical knowledge that
have been built up over decades, with an expanded discussion of the
incredible advances that are now taking place in this fast-paced
field, such as New Horizons' flyby of Pluto, exoplanets, 'dark
matter', and the direct detection of gravitational waves by the
Laser Interferometer Gravitational-Wave Observatory (LIGO). Written
in a clear and easily understandable style, this textbook has been
thoroughly revised to include updated data and figures, new images
from recent space missions and telescopes, the latest discoveries
on supernovae, and new observations of the region around the
four-million-solar-mass black hole at the center of our Milky Way
Galaxy. A rich array of teaching and learning resources is
available at http://thecosmos5.com. The website is regularly
updated to include the latest discoveries and photographs in the
field.
Since time immemorial, the nocturnal skies have mesmerized people,
and heavenly bodies have inspired the imaginations of artists,
poets, and scientists. This book showcases the superstars of the
firmament and universe in sumptuous illustrations featuring
paintings, sculpture, drawings, watercolours, prints, as well as
plates from books, celestial diagrams, and astronomical
photography. Cosmos: The Art and Science of the Universe charts the
human love affair with the heavens in art and astronomy, based on
sound science and insightful art and cultural history. While its
illustrations are thrilling and seductive, the book also recounts
the fascinating story about the quest to discover the mysteries of
the universe in ten lively chapters. Embellished with new
information, interpretations, and amusing anecdotes, the authors
weave a rich tapestry about the interconnections in the cosmos and
the efforts to understand them. A stunning book that unveils the
beauty of the cosmos and its compelling story.
Description: How did the Sun evolve, and what will it become? What
is the origin of its light and heat? How does solar activity affect
the atmospheric conditions that make life on Earth possible? These
are the questions at the heart of solar physics, and at the core of
this book. The Sun is the only star near enough to study in
sufficient detail to provide rigorous tests of our theories and
help us understand the more distant and exotic objects throughout
the cosmos. Having observed the Sun using both ground-based and
spaceborne instruments, the authors bring their extensive personal
experience to this story revealing what we have discovered about
phenomena from eclipses to neutrinos, space weather, and global
warming. This second edition is updated throughout, and features
results from the current spacecraft that are aloft, especially
NASA's Solar Dynamics Observatory, for which one of the authors
designed some of the telescopes.
Astronomy leads to an understanding of the history and nature of
science, and attracts many young people to education in science and
technology. But while in many countries astronomy is not part of
the standard curriculum, many scientific and educational societies
and government agencies have produced materials and educational
resources in astronomy for all educational levels. This volume
highlights the general strategies for effective teaching and
introduces innovative points of view regarding methods of teaching
and learning, particularly those using new technologies. Technology
is used in astronomy both for obtaining observations and for
teaching. The book also presents ideas for how astronomy can be
connected to environmental issues and other topics of public
interest. This valuable overview is based on papers and posters
presented by many of the world's leading astronomy educators at a
Special Session of the International Astronomical Union General
Assembly in Prague in 2006.
The quest for the farthest objects in the Universe remains one of
the most challenging to modern astronomy. Peering deeper and deeper
into space reveals the most distant and powerful objects known and
so probes back to the embryonic epochs of the Universe not long
after its birth in the Big Bang. Four world experts - chosen for
their ability to communicate research astronomy to popular
audiences - each contribute a chapter to this lucid survey, first
published in 1994. In clear terms they bring to the general
audience the excitement and challenge of studying the Universe on
the largest scales. They address the fundamental issues of scale in
the Universe; the ghostly etchings seen on the cosmic background
radiation; quasars and their evolution; and galaxy birth. This
survey offers an exceptional chance for the general audience to
share in the excitement of today's forefront research of the early
Universe in an accessible and stimulating way.
The quest for the farthest objects in the Universe remains one of the most challenging areas of modern astronomical research. Peering deeper and deeper into space reveals the most distant and powerful objects known and so unveils the embryonic epochs of the Universe not long after its birth in the Big Bang. Four world experts--chosen for their ability to communicate research astronomy at a popular level--each contributes a chapter to this lucid survey. They address the fundamental issues of scale in the Universe; the ghostly etchings seen on the cosmic background radiation; quasars and their evolution; and galaxy birth. This fascinating and accessible account offers an exceptional chance for the general audience to share in the excitement of today's forefront research of the early Universe.
Astronomy leads to an understanding of the history and nature of
science, and attracts many young people to education in science and
technology. But while in many countries astronomy is not part of
the standard curriculum, many scientific and educational societies
and government agencies have produced materials and educational
resources in astronomy for all educational levels. This volume
highlights the general strategies for effective teaching and
introduces innovative points of view regarding methods of teaching
and learning, particularly those using new technologies. Technology
is used in astronomy both for obtaining observations and for
teaching. The book also presents ideas for how astronomy can be
connected to environmental issues and other topics of public
interest. This valuable overview is based on papers and posters
presented by many of the world's leading astronomy educators at a
Special Session of the International Astronomical Union General
Assembly in Prague in 2006.
This book stems from the proceedings of the International
Astronomical Union Colloquium 105. Every facet of the teaching of
astronomy is explored by the contributors. Courses, training and
teaching techniques form a large sector of the book. Practical
information on computers, textbooks and astronomical equipment is
given, linking in with chapters on student projects and teaching
techniques. The philosophical aspects and the history of astronomy
are described in a chapter entitled astronomy and culture.
Popularisation of astronomy is discussed including the role of
planetariums and the contribution of amateur astronomers. This
comprehensive and well illustrated book offers a unique overview of
international teaching technology and expertise that will serve as
a lasting guide to astronomers involved in education.
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