Author: Charli M Sakari
Publisher: Morgan & Claypool Publishers
ISBN: 1643277502
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 128
Book Description
This book presents a brief compilation of results from nearly a century of research on the globular star clusters in the Andromeda Galaxy (M31). It explores the techniques and limitations of the observations, the successes and challenges of the models, and the paradigm for the formation of M31 that has gradually emerged. These results will eventually be superseded by new data, better analysis techniques, and more complex models. However, the emphasis of this book is on the techniques, thought processes, and connections with other studies.
The Globular Star Clusters of the Andromeda Galaxy
Author: Charli M Sakari
Publisher: Morgan & Claypool Publishers
ISBN: 1643277502
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 128
Book Description
This book presents a brief compilation of results from nearly a century of research on the globular star clusters in the Andromeda Galaxy (M31). It explores the techniques and limitations of the observations, the successes and challenges of the models, and the paradigm for the formation of M31 that has gradually emerged. These results will eventually be superseded by new data, better analysis techniques, and more complex models. However, the emphasis of this book is on the techniques, thought processes, and connections with other studies.
Publisher: Morgan & Claypool Publishers
ISBN: 1643277502
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 128
Book Description
This book presents a brief compilation of results from nearly a century of research on the globular star clusters in the Andromeda Galaxy (M31). It explores the techniques and limitations of the observations, the successes and challenges of the models, and the paradigm for the formation of M31 that has gradually emerged. These results will eventually be superseded by new data, better analysis techniques, and more complex models. However, the emphasis of this book is on the techniques, thought processes, and connections with other studies.
Globular Star Clusters of the Andromeda Galaxy
Author: Sakari Charli M
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781643277493
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781643277493
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Messier's Nebulae and Star Clusters
Author: Kenneth Glyn Jones
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
ISBN: 9780521370790
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 462
Book Description
Charles Messier's catalog of nebulae and star clusters, published in 1784, marked the start of a new era of deep-sky astronomy. Today, this tradition of observing galaxies and clusters is kept alive by dedicated amateur astronomers. Nearly all the objects are visible in a small telescope, and many, such as the Crab Nebula and the Andromeda galaxy, are among the most fascinating objects in the universe. Kenneth Glyn Jones has revised his definitive version of Messier's catalog. His own observations and drawings, together with maps and diagrams, make this a valuable introduction to deep-sky observing. Historical and astrophysical notes bring the science of these nebulae right up to date. This is a unique handbook, unlikely ever to be equaled in its completeness and importance to the telescope owner.
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
ISBN: 9780521370790
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 462
Book Description
Charles Messier's catalog of nebulae and star clusters, published in 1784, marked the start of a new era of deep-sky astronomy. Today, this tradition of observing galaxies and clusters is kept alive by dedicated amateur astronomers. Nearly all the objects are visible in a small telescope, and many, such as the Crab Nebula and the Andromeda galaxy, are among the most fascinating objects in the universe. Kenneth Glyn Jones has revised his definitive version of Messier's catalog. His own observations and drawings, together with maps and diagrams, make this a valuable introduction to deep-sky observing. Historical and astrophysical notes bring the science of these nebulae right up to date. This is a unique handbook, unlikely ever to be equaled in its completeness and importance to the telescope owner.
Cosmic Challenge
Author: Philip S. Harrington
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
ISBN: 113949368X
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
Listing more than 500 sky targets, both near and far, in 187 challenges, this observing guide will test novice astronomers and advanced veterans alike. Its unique mix of Solar System and deep-sky targets will have observers hunting for the Apollo lunar landing sites, searching for satellites orbiting the outermost planets, and exploring hundreds of star clusters, nebulae, distant galaxies, and quasars. Each target object is accompanied by a rating indicating how difficult the object is to find, an in-depth visual description, an illustration showing how the object realistically looks, and a detailed finder chart to help you find each challenge quickly and effectively. The guide introduces objects often overlooked in other observing guides and features targets visible in a variety of conditions, from the inner city to the dark countryside. Challenges are provided for the naked eye, through binoculars and the largest backyard telescopes.
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
ISBN: 113949368X
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
Listing more than 500 sky targets, both near and far, in 187 challenges, this observing guide will test novice astronomers and advanced veterans alike. Its unique mix of Solar System and deep-sky targets will have observers hunting for the Apollo lunar landing sites, searching for satellites orbiting the outermost planets, and exploring hundreds of star clusters, nebulae, distant galaxies, and quasars. Each target object is accompanied by a rating indicating how difficult the object is to find, an in-depth visual description, an illustration showing how the object realistically looks, and a detailed finder chart to help you find each challenge quickly and effectively. The guide introduces objects often overlooked in other observing guides and features targets visible in a variety of conditions, from the inner city to the dark countryside. Challenges are provided for the naked eye, through binoculars and the largest backyard telescopes.
Nebulae Star Clusters Galaxies
Author: Wolfgang Steinicke
Publisher: BoD – Books on Demand
ISBN: 3749451788
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 162
Book Description
Nebulae, star clusters, and galaxies are outside our solar system. They belong to the 'deep sky' and lead the observer to great distances and at the same time the view goes far into the past. The light of the most distant galaxies took billions of years to reach us. No less fascinating is our home galaxy, the Milky Way, offering many bright nebulae and star clusters. The book covers three important topics related to deep-sky objects: history, astrophysics, and observation. When beginners observe an object visually, not knowing anything about it, they will only perceive a faint spot of light - nothing really exciting. So, to get the right 'cosmic' feeling, the view should be enriched with stories about the object's discovery, distance, physical nature, or evolution. Supplied with this kind of information, deep-sky observing becomes a fascinating activity - braving the cold and darkness. Over time, advanced fields such as observation techniques or astrophotography come into play. The book informs the reader about all these topics and offers a comprehensive collection of interesting targets.
Publisher: BoD – Books on Demand
ISBN: 3749451788
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 162
Book Description
Nebulae, star clusters, and galaxies are outside our solar system. They belong to the 'deep sky' and lead the observer to great distances and at the same time the view goes far into the past. The light of the most distant galaxies took billions of years to reach us. No less fascinating is our home galaxy, the Milky Way, offering many bright nebulae and star clusters. The book covers three important topics related to deep-sky objects: history, astrophysics, and observation. When beginners observe an object visually, not knowing anything about it, they will only perceive a faint spot of light - nothing really exciting. So, to get the right 'cosmic' feeling, the view should be enriched with stories about the object's discovery, distance, physical nature, or evolution. Supplied with this kind of information, deep-sky observing becomes a fascinating activity - braving the cold and darkness. Over time, advanced fields such as observation techniques or astrophotography come into play. The book informs the reader about all these topics and offers a comprehensive collection of interesting targets.
The Universal Book of Astronomy
Author: David Darling
Publisher: Turner Publishing Company
ISBN: 1620455986
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 1137
Book Description
The ultimate guide to the final frontier This alphabetical tour of the universe provides all the history, science, and up-to-the-minute facts needed to explore the skies with authority. Packed with more than 3,000 entries that cover everything from major observatories and space telescopes to biographies of astronomers throughout the ages, it showcases an extraordinary array of newfound wonders, including microquasars, brown dwarfs, and dark energy, as well as a host of individual comets, asteroids, moons, planets, stars, nebulas, and galaxies. Featuring nearly 200 illustrations and eight pages of color photographs, this comprehensive guide provides easy lookup of topics and offers more in-depth information than can be found in existing star guides or astronomy dictionaries. It's an ideal resource for the amateur astronomer or anyone with an interest in the mysteries of the cosmos. David Darling, PhD (Brainerd, MN), is the author of The Complete Book of Spaceflight and Equations of Eternity, a New York Times Notable Book.
Publisher: Turner Publishing Company
ISBN: 1620455986
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 1137
Book Description
The ultimate guide to the final frontier This alphabetical tour of the universe provides all the history, science, and up-to-the-minute facts needed to explore the skies with authority. Packed with more than 3,000 entries that cover everything from major observatories and space telescopes to biographies of astronomers throughout the ages, it showcases an extraordinary array of newfound wonders, including microquasars, brown dwarfs, and dark energy, as well as a host of individual comets, asteroids, moons, planets, stars, nebulas, and galaxies. Featuring nearly 200 illustrations and eight pages of color photographs, this comprehensive guide provides easy lookup of topics and offers more in-depth information than can be found in existing star guides or astronomy dictionaries. It's an ideal resource for the amateur astronomer or anyone with an interest in the mysteries of the cosmos. David Darling, PhD (Brainerd, MN), is the author of The Complete Book of Spaceflight and Equations of Eternity, a New York Times Notable Book.
Stars and Galaxies
Author: Giles Sparrow
Publisher: Cavendish Square Publishing, LLC
ISBN: 1502610205
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 82
Book Description
Stars and Galaxies examines how galaxies like the Milky Way and Andromeda work and the stars and planets within them. Detailed illustrations and clear charts help explain these complicated topics.
Publisher: Cavendish Square Publishing, LLC
ISBN: 1502610205
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 82
Book Description
Stars and Galaxies examines how galaxies like the Milky Way and Andromeda work and the stars and planets within them. Detailed illustrations and clear charts help explain these complicated topics.
Galaxies
Author:
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 200
Book Description
"A Sierra Club book." An accurately illustrated guidebook with theoretical space journeys through the universe.
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 200
Book Description
"A Sierra Club book." An accurately illustrated guidebook with theoretical space journeys through the universe.
THE ANDROMEDA GALAXY A GUIDE TO THE UNIVERSE
Author: Donald Craig, Jr.
Publisher: Lulu.com
ISBN: 141169841X
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 98
Book Description
The most comprehensive book ever written on the Andromeda Galaxy is here! Written for the serious amateur, fully illustrated with beautiful color photographs, a complete history and the latest research findings. Help and guidance is provided for the amateur astronomer. This book is destined to become a standard reference book in astronomy.
Publisher: Lulu.com
ISBN: 141169841X
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 98
Book Description
The most comprehensive book ever written on the Andromeda Galaxy is here! Written for the serious amateur, fully illustrated with beautiful color photographs, a complete history and the latest research findings. Help and guidance is provided for the amateur astronomer. This book is destined to become a standard reference book in astronomy.
Globular Cluster Systems
Author: Keith M. Ashman
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
ISBN: 0521550572
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 183
Book Description
A comprehensive review of globular cluster systems - for researchers and graduate students.
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
ISBN: 0521550572
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 183
Book Description
A comprehensive review of globular cluster systems - for researchers and graduate students.