A Dictionary of Astronomy

The second edition of this established dictionary contains over 4,200 up-to-date entries on all aspects of astronomy. Edited by renowned author and broadcaster Ian Ridpath, with the help of over 20 expert contributors, it covers everything from space exploration and the equipment involved, to astrophysics, cosmology, and the concept of time. The dictionary also features biographical entries on eminent astronomers, as well as worldwide coverage of observatories and telescopes. Appendices include tables of Apollo lunar landing missions and the constellations. Entries are supported by numerous tables and diagrams. The text has been fully revised and updated for the second edition, and includes information on new space missions, and ones that have come to fruition (such as the Huygens Probe). It also boasts entry-level web links and highlighted entries on topics sich as the Big Bang theory, black holes, galaxy evolution, and SETI. An invaluable reference source for students, professionals, amateur astronomers, and for space enthusiasts.

ISBN 019921493X   Volumes 1 ISBN13 9780199214938 (What's this?)   Weight (grammes) 418 Publisher Oxford University Press   Published in Oxford Imprint Oxford University Press   Series title Oxford Paperback Reference Format Paperback   Previous ISBN 9780192115966 Publication date 27 Sep 2007   Height (mm) 198 Library of Congress QB14   Width (mm) 129 DEWEY 520.3   Spine width (mm) 32 DEWEY edition DC22   Academic level Undergraduate Pages 576

PREFACE; THE DICTIONARY; APPENDICES; 1. Apollo lunar landing missions; 2. Satellites of the planets; 3. The constellations; 4. The brightest stars; 5. The nearest stars; 6. The Messier objects; 7. The Local Group of galaxies

this book is rich in peculiarities for the interested observer. The Independent

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