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This book explores the entire realm of astrophysical research including historical perspectives, planets, the solar system, formation of galaxies, interstellar medium, spectra and electromagnetic radiation. It includes the lastest astronomical research, and more on night sky naked eye observing
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A slick introductory textbook that vaguely resembles a really thick Discover magazine. Zeilik (astronomy, U. of New Mexico), the former director of UNM's Capilla Peak Observatory, presents each topic in a patient, engaging manner, and even includes some material from his research on astronomy in the historic and prehistoric Pueblo world. A diffraction grating card for investigating spectra of common night lights and bright astronomical objects is also provided. Annotation c. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or.
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