Articoli correlati a The Facts on File Dictionary of Astronomy

The Facts on File Dictionary of Astronomy - Rilegato

 
9780816059980: The Facts on File Dictionary of Astronomy
Rilegato
ISBN 10: 0816059985 ISBN 13: 9780816059980
Casa editrice: Facts on File, 2006

Sinossi

The Facts on File Dictionary of Astronomy, Fifth Edition contains more than 3,700 cross-referenced entries that explain, clearly and concisely, the most frequently used terms in astronomy. This revised and expanded edition contains more than 200 new entries that reflect the most recent advances in space and astronomy. Now included are pronunciation symbols for more than 1,500 uncommon terms, as well as a Guide to Using the Dictionary that explains the main features of the text and a Pronunciation Key that interprets pronunciation symbols.
In addition to 150 line drawings, the dictionary includes a bibliography and an array of appendixes - including breakdowns of planetary satellites, prominent asteroids and meteor showers, constellations, and the brightest and nearest stars - and a list of Web sites.
The Facts of File Dictionary of Astronomy, Fifth Edition will benefit students, teachers, university and public libraries, and professionals in astronomy or related fields seeking comprehensive coverage.

Le informazioni nella sezione "Riassunto" possono far riferimento a edizioni diverse di questo titolo.

Product Description

"The Facts On File Dictionary of Astronomy, Fifth Edition" is a new edition in the "Dictionary Science" series. This volume uses clear descriptions of different celestial bodies, observational techniques and instruments, and scientific and mathematical theories by which other dictionaries in this discipline have been measured. Now in its fifth edition, this book has been thoroughly updated and expanded with more than 3,700 cross-referenced entries - 200 more than the previous edition...that reflect all aspects of astronomy together with associated terms in spectroscopy, photometry, and particle physics. The topics covered include: Avalanche, Dark energy, Early universe, Imaging, Orbital resonance, Rampart crater, Spitzer Space Telescope, and Thermal field theory.

Le informazioni nella sezione "Su questo libro" possono far riferimento a edizioni diverse di questo titolo.

Editore
Facts on File
Data di pubblicazione
2006
Lingua
Inglese
ISBN 10 
0816059985
ISBN 13 
9780816059980
Rilegatura
Copertina rigida
Numero edizione
5
Numero di pagine
550
Redattore
Daintith John, Gould William
Contatto del produttore
non disponibile
Persona responsabile
non disponibile