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Discovering The Universe : A Guide to the Galaxies, Planets and Stars

Explore the mysteries of the cosmos in this fascinating guide by leading NASA astronomer and educator Sten Odenwald.

Have you ever wondered how the first stars were born? Or pondered what really happens around a black hole? Here Sten Odenwald answers these questions and many more as he takes you on a mesmerizing journey across the entire history of the universe. You will learn about the composition of planets, galaxy mergers, asteroid belts, the fundamental nature of spacetime, and much, much more.

Discovering the Universe reveals the secrets behind subjects as varied as the Big Bang, dark matter, the life cycle of stars, and the nature of planets both inside and outside our solar system.

Beautifully illustrated throughout with stunning photos as well as a range of diagrams and infographics to aid understanding, there has never been a better time to get into cosmology.

ABOUT THE SERIES: Arcturus' Discovering... series brings together spectacular hardback guides which explore the science behind our world, brought to life by eye-catching photography.


Author:

  • Sten Odenwald

Format:

  • E-book

Duration:

  • 187 pages

Language:

English

Categories:

  • Natural sciences
  • Physics and chemistry
  • Natural sciences
  • Astronomy

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