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Cosmic Odyssey is a fascinating journey through the wonders of astronomy, from the earliest observations of the stars to the latest discoveries about the universe. This book is designed for readers who want to explore the cosmos and learn about the science behind the celestial objects that populate our sky.The book covers a wide range of topics, including the history of astronomy, the birth and death of stars, the mysteries of black holes and dark...
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Get the Summary of Loren Grush's The Six in 20 minutes. Please note: This is a summary & not the original book. "The Six" by Loren Grush is a detailed account of the first six American women astronauts and their journey to space. The book delves into the personal and professional lives of these pioneering women, highlighting the challenges they faced in a male-dominated field and the societal expectations of their time. It covers their individual...
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The Planets features more than 200 stunning photographs of our solar system from the archives of NASA, each paired with a detailed caption. The content is organized by distance from the Sun--beginning with Mercury and moving outward through Venus, Earth, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune, and the planetary objects beyond.--
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Contemplar los cielos estrellados del verano invita a soñar despierto y a maravillarse, pero observarlos con precisión en todas las estaciones es una forma de tomar conciencia -en el verdadero sentido de la palabra- de los mundos que nos rodean: cúmulos estelares, nebulosas, galaxias, planetas... y de disfrutar del placer de descubrirlos y ponerles nombre. Observar el cielo es una actividad sencilla, basta con unos buenos prismáticos o un pequeño...
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Beyond the Horizon is a book that delves into the wonders of space science and invites readers to embark on a journey of discovery through the cosmos. From the origins of the universe to the latest discoveries in exoplanet research, this book takes readers on an immersive tour of the universe and its many mysteries.The book begins by introducing readers to the basics of space science, such as the laws of physics that govern our understanding of the...
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On July 4, 2012, physicists at the Large Hadron Collider in Geneva madehistory when they discovered an entirely new type of subatomic particle that many scientists believe is the Higgs boson. For forty years, physicists searched for this capstone to the Standard Model of particle physics-the theory that describes both the most elementary components that are known in matter and the forces through which they interact. This particle points to the Higgs...
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The brilliant German mathematician Johannes Kepler (1571-1630), one of the founders of modern astronomy, revolutionized the Copernican heliocentric theory of the universe with his three laws of motion: that the planets move not in circular but elliptical orbits, that their speed is greatest when nearest the sun, and that the sun and planets form an integrated system. This volume contains two of his most important works: The Epitome of Copernican Astronomy...
9) What If the Earth Had Two Moons?: And Nine Other Thought-Provoking Speculations on the Solar System
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"What if?" questions stimulate people to think in new ways, to refresh old ideas, and to make new discoveries. In What If the Earth Had Two Moons, Neil Comins leads us on a fascinating ten-world journey as we explore what our planet would be like under alternative astronomical conditions. In each case, the Earth would be different, often in surprising ways.
The title chapter, for example, gives us a second moon orbiting closer to Earth than the...
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The Universe, Scripture and Bubbles of Spacemass: a Comprehensive Intelligent Design View' exposes many of the contradictions of the mainstream evolutionary cosmological narrative, while offering well-articulated and solid alternatives to the same, from an intelligent design perspective. Building on his previous work, "Galaxies for Intelligently Designed Minds (NOT for 'Standard' Model Dummies)", which focussed mainly on solar systems organization,...
12) Universe-ity
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The brief history and the distant predicted future of our known Universe.
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Why did I write this book? I wrote this book to make a statement that needs to be made about the puzzling relationship between the Exotheologian and the Space Scientist, that is, between Faith and Reason, which is really the same thing. What really is going on? Why do the Exotheologian and the Space Scientist seem to be so narrow in their focus and so inadequate in their discoveries? The science is professionally rigorous and the theology is well-reasoned....
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"Exploring the Cosmic Abyss" takes readers on a captivating journey through the enigmatic realm of black holes. From their formation to the quantum mysteries within, the cosmic dance of gravity and light, and the observational challenges faced by astronomers, each chapter unravels a layer of complexity. The book concludes by reflecting on the cosmic tapestry unveiled, leaving readers with a profound understanding
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Come along and explore the wonders of our solar system in this exciting title! Featuring a variety of stunning, vivid photos, helpful charts and graphs, and easy-to-read text, this book will have readers engaged from beginning to end as they learn about the sun, the eight planets in our solar system, the Milky Way Galaxy, constellations, dwarf planets, asteroids, and comets! An accessible glossary and index give readers the tools they need while the...
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Come explore the wonders of space in this intriguing title that uses numerous vivid images, fascinating facts, and easy-to-read text to both delight and engage readers! From satellites to space food, observatories to Sputnik, readers will learn all about space and the various ways people have explored and learned about astronomy for years! A creative hands-on lab activity is featured to encourage children to explore astronomy even further!
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Blurb: Beyond the Stars - A Journey into the CosmosEmbark on a celestial odyssey with Leonardo Guiliani as your guide in "Beyond the Stars: A Journey into the Cosmos." This captivating exploration transcends the boundaries of our world, inviting readers to gaze into the cosmic tapestry that stretches across the universe.In this compelling narrative, Leonardo Guiliani seamlessly weaves together the wonders of space exploration, astronomical discoveries,...
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The Ultimate Guide To Extraterrestial Beings. This guide gives you an introduction to 25+ different star species. It took centuries to discover these species and now we can finally learn about them. Starseeds are star souls that have been incarnated to Earth to pursue a mission. Coming from constellations and planets all over the universe, starseeds may just be the ones to save the world. This guide tells you the history of every being and its traits....
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