The Sun
Published on 7. October 2021
Book
Paperback/Softback
128 pages
978-1-906367-86-2 (ISBN)
Description
The enormous significance of the Sun to our lives has been felt ever since ominous eclipses and mysterious sunspots were observed many thousands of years ago. Scientists and astronomers from many different fields have contributed over the centuries to the rich knowledge we have of the Sun and its relationship with the Earth.
What is the Sun made of? What is the solar wind? What could magnetism have to do with the Sun? How have scientists made
these discoveries, and what does it all mean for us here on Earth? And what of the deep scientific mysteries that remain unresolved? Understanding our closest star has never been more important.
Delve into the secrets of the Sun in this guide from Brendan Owens, Astronomer Emeritus for Royal Observatory Greenwich and Open Science Coordinator at Science Gallery at Trinity College Dublin.
What is the Sun made of? What is the solar wind? What could magnetism have to do with the Sun? How have scientists made
these discoveries, and what does it all mean for us here on Earth? And what of the deep scientific mysteries that remain unresolved? Understanding our closest star has never been more important.
Delve into the secrets of the Sun in this guide from Brendan Owens, Astronomer Emeritus for Royal Observatory Greenwich and Open Science Coordinator at Science Gallery at Trinity College Dublin.
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Series
Language
English
Place of publication
United Kingdom
Publishing group
National Maritime Museum
Illustrations
8 colour images
Dimensions
Height: 108 mm
Width: 176 mm
Thickness: 18 mm
Weight
124 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-906367-86-2 (9781906367862)
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Persons
Brendan Owens is a passionate science communicator with a keen interest in and knowledge of astronomy and physics. Currently Astronomer Emeritus for the Royal Observatory Greenwich and Open Science Coordinator at Science Gallery in Trinity College Dublin, Brendan prides himself on weaving fascinating stories to share his passion for science with school and public audiences alike.