Astronomy For Dummies

Stephen P Maran

• 26 oktober 2012
• 9781118376973

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The fun and easy way to explore the night sky

Do you know the difference between a red giant and a white dwarf? From asteroids to black holes, this easy–to–understand guide takes you on a grand tour of the universe.

The fun and easy way to explore the night sky

Do you know the difference between a red giant and a white dwarf? From asteroids to black holes, this easy–to–understand guide takes you on a grand tour of the universe. Featuring updated star maps, charts, and an insert with gorgeous full–color photographs, Astronomy For Dummies provides an easy–to–follow introduction to the night sky.

• See the light — get pointers on observing sky objects with and without optics, selecting binoculars and telescopes, and positioning yourself for optimal viewing
• Won′t you be my neighbor? — take a tour of the collection of planets, moons, and planetary debris that orbits the Sun
• Meet some old sols — find the best and brightest of the sky objects and enhance your connection to the universe by getting to know the life cycle of stars
• Ponder this — explore thought–provoking concepts like the search for extraterrestrial intelligence and the nature of dark matter and antimatter

Open the book and find:

• The difference between planets and stars
• Names of stars and constellations
• Terrific tools for observing the skies
• A tour of the solar system
• The scoop on the Big Bang theory and the evolution of the universe
• Full–color photos of spiral galaxies, nebulae, asteroids, and planets
• The 4–1–1 on black holes and quasars
• Astronomy clubs, websites, apps, and more

Learn to:

• Enjoy skywatching in your backyard
• Identify planets and stars
• Explore our solar system, the Milky Way, and beyond
• Understand the Big Bang, quasars, antimatter, and more