Universe down to Earth
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Universe down to Earth
Columbia University Press, c1994
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Bibliography: p. [253]-260
Includes index
Description and Table of Contents
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ISBN 9780231075602
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-- Carl Sagan
Table of Contents
Preface Acknowledgements List of Figures One: Methods of Science 1. A Sentimental Journey to the GoogolplexA romp through numbers big and small 2. The Structure of ScienceBehind the scenes of the scientific process 3. Measure for PleasureMeasurement is the lifeblood of all science 4. The Confused Person's Guide to Astronomical JargonNames and words that do not always mean what they say Two: Some Unifying Ideas in the Physical Universe 5. Center of MassYou will never leave home without it 6. EnergyWhere it comes from and where it goes 7. The Electromagnetic SpectrumThe world of light 8. Shapes of RadiationWhy blue-hot is hotter than red-hot 9. The Hertzsprung-Russell DiagramThe most unifying concept in all astronomy 10. Highlights from the Periodic Table of the ElementsSome of your best friends are composed of elements Three: Astronomy is Looking Up 11. MenagerieA cynic's guide to the constellations 12. HorrorscopeAn astronomer's rebuttal 13. Celestial WindingsMaking sense of heavenly motions Suggested Reading Index
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: pbk ISBN 9780231075619
Description
This witty and amusing exploration of the physical universe explains fundamental concepts in language that is clear to anyone with little or no scientific background. Tyson transforms everyday experiences into venues of cosmic enlightenment as he probes the philosophy, methods, and discoveries of science, including stellar evolution, the conservation of energy, the electromagnetic spectrum, gravity and thermodynamics. Deftly demystifying astronomical terms and concepts such as the Big Bang, black holes, redshifts, syzygy, and Kirkwood Gaps, Universe Down to Earth traces the life of the stars from birth to death; presents the Periodic Table of Elements, highlighting noteworthy elements such as titanium, iron, and hydrogen; gives an unorthodox yet entertaining tour of famous constellations; and tackles modern-day astrology.
Table of Contents
Preface Acknowledgements List of Figures Part I: Methods of Science 1. A Sentimental Journey to the Googolplex: A romp through numbers big and small 2. The Structure of Science: Behind the scenes of the scientific process 3. Measure for Pleasure: Measurement is the lifeblood of all science 4. The Confused Person's Guide to Astronomical Jargon: Names and words that do not always mean what they say Part II: Some Unifying Ideas in the Physical Universe 5. Center of Mass: You will never leave home without it 6. Energy: Where it comes from and where it goes 7. The Electromagnetic Spectrum: The world of light 8. Shapes of Radiation: Why blue-hot is hotter than red-hot 9. The Hertzsprung-Russell Diagram: The most unifying concept in all astronomy 10. Highlights from the Periodic Table of the Elements: Some of your best friends are composed of elements Part III: Astronomy Is Looking Up 11. Menagerie: A cynic's guide to the constellations 12. Horrorscope: An astronomer's rebuttal 13. Celestial Windings: Making sense of heavenly motions Suggested Reading Index
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