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Astrophysics and Space Science Library: Frontiers of Space and Ground-Based Astronomy: The Astrophysics of the 21st Century (Paperback)

ROSAT Observations G. HASINGER Max-Planck-Institut flir extraterrestrische Physik D-85740 Garching Germany Abstract. This review describes the most recent advances in the study of the extragalactic soft X-ray background and what we can learn about its... more

Astrophysics and Space Science Library: Characterizing Stellar and Exoplanetary Environments (Paperback)

In this book an international group of specialists discusses studies of exoplanets subjected to extreme stellar radiation and plasma conditions. It is shown that such studies will help us to understand how terrestrial planets and their atmospheres... more

Pre-Owned Exploding Stars and Invisible Planets : The Science of What s Out There 9780231195409

In Exploding Stars and Invisible Planets Fred Watson an award-winning astronomer presents the most up-to-date knowledge on hot topics in astronomy and space science providing a fascinating and entertaining account of the latest research. CONDITION... more

Space Sciences Issi: Solar Variability and Climate: Proceedings of an Issi Workshop 28 June-2 July 1999 Bern Switzerland (Paperback)

The variability of the Sun is well established as well as that of the Earth s climate. To what extent the two are connected in the sense that solar variability drives climate is the subject of considerable research and in some cases controversy. After... more

Pre-Owned Space Stars and Slimy Aliens (Horrible Science) (Paperback) 1407142674 9781407142678

Science with the squishy bits left in! Why does space make the guts explode? Which astronomers killed people? What does the moon smell like? Get the awful answers in Space Stars and Slimy Aliens ! more

Astrophysics and Space Science Library: The Great Refractor of Meudon Observatory (Hardcover)

The large telescope at Meudon has become legendary. When it was conceived after 1870 astronomy as a whole was limited to visual observation. Knowledge of the sky was limited to what one could see assisted only by optical means. The large telescopes... more

Astrophysics and Space Science Library: Solid State Astrophysics: Proceedings of a Symposium Held at the University College Cardiff Wales 9-12 July 1974 (Paperback)

Over the past decade the study of the formation and properties of interstellar grains has assumed a growing importance going much beyond what might have been guessed only a few years ago. It has come to be understood that grains playa role in processes... more

Astrophysics and Space Science Library: Nanodust in the Solar System: Discoveries and Interpretations (Hardcover)

Here is a focused description of current research and experimental results concerning nanodust in the solar system addressing three major questions: What is nanodust? How was it discovered in the solar system? and How do we interpret the observations? more

Pre-Owned Zeno s Paradox: Unraveling the Ancient Mystery Behind the Science of Space and Time (Paperback 9780452289178) by Joseph Mazur

9780452289178. Pre-Owned: Good condition. Trade paperback. Language: English. Pages: 272. Trade paperback (US). Glued binding. 272 p. Contains: Illustrations black & white. The fascinating story of an ancient riddle and what it reveals about the nature... more

Astrophysics and Space Science Library: Organizations and Strategies in Astronomy: Volume II (Paperback)

Seated in a sun-lit corner of his 17th century Dutch house his hand touching a celestial globe Johannes Vermeer s Astronomer seems to pon- der about the mysteries of the universe. We might make the trip to Paris and ask him in the Louvre what precisely... more

DIY Sun Moon Earth Toy Children Science Experiment Solar System Space Planets Movement Law Experiment Toy

Item Type: DIY Sun Moon Earth Toy Material: Composite Wood Battery: 2 AA Battery (shipped without battery) Quick response: Our customer service team is online 24/7. No matter what questions or difficulties you encounter we will respond to you as soon... more

Basher Science Mini: Basher Science Mini: Artificial Intelligence: When Computers Get Smart! (Paperback)

- What does ancient Algorithm have to do with super-modern AI? - How does Facial Recognition spot a face in the crowd? - Who do International Space Station astronauts call on when their hands are full? Come and meet the smartest artificial... more

Discover Physical Science: Discover Gravity (Hardcover)

What would happen if gravity didn t exist? People and objects would float into space! With this basic introduction to gravity young readers will discover how gravity works and how it affects everything in our world and beyond -- What would happen if... more

The Future of Exploration : Discovering the Uncharted Frontiers of Science Technology and Human Potential (Hardcover)

At this very moment explorers in some of the most remote and dangerous places on earth from the deepest parts of the ocean to the highest mountains and to outer space are enduring unimaginable hardships to expand our knowledge and save what is truly... more

Avs Classics in Vacuum Science and Technology: Handbook of Electron Tube and Vacuum Techniques (Paperback)

Market: Students and researchers in space and high-vacuum technology and materials science. This handbook was originally prepared so that workers would not have to consult a great many sources to learn what procedures and materials were used to... more

Atmospheric Tidal and Planetary Waves (Softcover Reprint of the Origi) (Atmospheric and Oceanographic Sciences Library #12)

Prior to the space age meteorologists rarely paid particular attention to the height regions above the tropopause. What was known about the upper atmosphere above about 100 km came essentially from ionospheric and geomagnetic research. The region in... more

Discover Physical Science Discover Gravity (Paperback)

What would happen if gravity didn t exist? People and objects would float into space! With this basic introduction to gravity young readers will discover how gravity works and how it affects everything in our world and beyond. more

Canto Classics: On Space and Time (Paperback)

This book gets to the heart of science by asking a fundamental question about its essence: what is the true nature of space and time? Both defy modern physics and scientists find themselves continually searching for answers. This unique volume brings... more

Smithsonian: Destined for Space: Our Story of Exploration (Paperback)

Who hasn t looked to the night sky and wondered what s out there? Miracles of human curiosity bravery and science have made it possible to begin answering that question. From wishful stargazing to moon walking to someday intergalactic travel the story... more

New Physics and Matters of the Mind The Non-Local Universe (Paperback)

Classical physics states that physical reality is local or that a measurement at one point in space cannot cannot influence what occurs at another beyond a fairly short distance. Until recently this seemed like an immutable truth in nature. However in... more

Unsolved Questions About the Universe

9781669002680. New condition. Hard cover. Language: English. Pages: 32. Sewn binding. Cloth over boards. 32 p. Unsolved Science. Intended for a juvenile audience. What s inside a black hole? What are the sounds we hear from the depths of space? How did... more

Pre-Owned A User s Guide to the Universe: Surviving the Perils of Black Holes Time Paradoxes and Quantum Uncertainty (Paperback) 1630260215 9781630260217

NOW AVAILABLE IN PAPERBACK Answers to science s most enduring questions from Can I break the light-speed barrier like on Star Trek? and Is there life on other planets? to What is empty space made of? This is an indispensable guide to physics that... more

Galaxies: a Very Short Introduction 9780199234349 Used / Pre-owned

Galaxies are the building blocks of the Universe: standing like islands in space they are where the stars are born and where many extraordinary and little-understood phenomena can be observed. Here renowned science writer John Gribbin explores what we... more