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TITLE:
The universe explained : a cosmic Q&A / Heather Couper and Nigel Henbest.
Publication Date:
2018
Publication Information:
New York : Firefly Books,
Physical Description:
288 p. : ill. (chiefly col.)
Additional Contributors:
Summary:
The Universe Explained gives scientific answers to 185 of the most popular questions about astronomy in a lightly humorous question-and-answer format. The Universe Explained answers questions about space travel; telescopes; the solar system; comets, asteroids and meteors; stars; black holes; the Milky Way and other galaxies; the Big Bang and space and time. As well, the possibility of life beyond our planet is explored with up-to-date space discoveries; as well as debunking persistent myths and legends.
Language:
English
ISBN:
9780228100829
General Note:
Includes index.