Knowledge in a Nutshell: Astrophysics
The Complete Guide to Astrophysics, Including Galaxies, Dark Matter and Relativity
Published on 15. November 2019
Book
Paperback/Softback
240 pages
978-1-78950-563-4 (ISBN)
Description
"Whether searching for extra-terrestrial life, managing the effects of space weather, or learning about dark matter, the study [of] astrophysics has profound implications for us all. NASA scientist and astronomer Sten Odenwald explains the key concepts of this vast topic, bringing clarity to some of the great mysteries of space"--Publisher marketing.
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Language
English
Place of publication
United Kingdom
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Paperback (trade)
Unsewn / adhesive bound
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Illustrations
Dimensions
Height: 226 mm
Width: 149 mm
Thickness: 17 mm
Weight
311 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-78950-563-4 (9781789505634)
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Sten Odenwald is the Director of the STEM Resource Development project at NASA, a long-time astronomer and he is passionate about promoting science education. Over the course of his career, he has taught at Harvard University and the Smithsonian Institution, he has appeared on TV for National Geographic and has written numerous articles for magazines ranging from Astronomy magazine to Scientific American. He also runs the blog 'The Astronomy Café', where he seeks to bring cosmology and astronomy to a wider audience.