Stars and Atoms: From the Big Bang to the Solar System

by Stuart Clark

Book Overview

This innovative reference work presents the concepts of modern astronomy and cosmology in terms that are uniquely informative and accessible. Through its clear, concise test, dramatic illustrations, and easy-to-use format, the book discusses the discoveries that have led to giant strides in our understanding of the universe, its origin, evolution, and eventual fate. This exciting story is one of amazing technical advances, including new super-computer...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0195210875
• ISBN13: 9780195210873
• Release Date: April 1995
• Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
• Length: 160 Pages
• Weight: 2.35 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 9.4" x 12.8"
• Age Range: 17 years and under
• Grade Range: Preschool to Grade 12