Atoms, Stars, and Nebulae

Atoms, Stars, and Nebulae PDF

Author: Lawrence H. Aller

Publisher: Cambridge University Press

Published: 1991-08-30

Total Pages: 388

ISBN-13: 9780521310406

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A semi-popular account of stars and gaseous nebulae, treating topics such as stellar evolution, the origin of elements, supernovae and cosmic rays.

Stars, Nebulae and the Interstellar Medium

Stars, Nebulae and the Interstellar Medium PDF

Author: C.R. Kitchin

Publisher: CRC Press

Published: 2005-07-21

Total Pages: 386

ISBN-13: 9780852745809

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Stars, Nebulae and the Interstellar Medium: Observational Physics and Astrophysics complements the author's highly successful Astrophysical Techniques, Fourth Edition (2004). This book describes those characteristics of stars, groups of stars, and the material between the stars that can be directly observed or inferred from the study of electromagnetic emissions and, occasionally, high-energy particles. Providing a wealth of material of interest and use to a wide range of readers, the descriptive chapters are accessible to scientifically literate nonspecialists while the complete text is suitable for most advanced undergraduates in astrophysics.

Stars and Nebulae

Stars and Nebulae PDF

Author: Nicholas Faulkner

Publisher: Britannica Educational Publishing

Published: 2018-12-15

Total Pages: 128

ISBN-13: 1508106037

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Following the Next Generation Science Standards focusing on the universe and its stars, this enlightening book delves deep into the scientific study of stars, analyzing their behavior and composition, as well as their life cycles. Readers will learn fascinating facts, such as just how big they can get, how many there are in the universe, and the spectacular fashion in which some die. Readers can explore the universe of nebulae, the interstellar dust from which stars are born. Treat your star-gazers to a terrific guide.