astrophysics

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astrophysics

The origin of the universe

1994
Explains the complex physical processes at work at the beginning of the universe and explores topics on the frontiers of cosmology such as extra dimensions and cosmic wormholes.

Changes within physical systems and

an anthology of current thought
2006
Contains a collection of articles that discuss trends in the study of changes within physical systems, energy conservation and momentum, covering interstellar travel, subatomic levels, planets, moons, asteroids, as well as black holes and nuetron stars.

The invisible universe

probing the frontiers of astrophysics
1985

Light

1994
Experience the beauty natural light provides--from a colorful rainbow to the amazing aurora borealis; learn about fluorescent plants and animals that actually glow, and see the impact electric light has had on our society. See through plastic pages change the pictures.

Stars and atoms

from the big bang to the solar system
1995
Discusses discoveries in modern astronomy and how they have affected the study of the universe, its origin, and evolution.

Stephen Hawking

a life in science
1992
Biography of physicist Stephen Hawking interweaving the events of his life with concise explanations of his theories.

Black holes and time warps

Einstein's outrageous legacy
1994
Chronicles the struggle and eventual success in the search for an understanding to the mysterious black holes.

Shadow of a star

the neutrino story of Supernova 1987A
1997
Tells the story of scientists' work to detect the subatomic particles known as neutrinos that accompanied the death of a star named Sanduleak 69 202 in February 1987, discussing how the observation was made, and presenting the scientific explanation of the event.

Studies in starlight

understanding our universe
1988
An introduction to astrophysics that surveys the visible and invisible fields of astronomy.

Cosmic clouds

birth, death, and recycling in the galaxy
1997
Studies the clouds of interstellar space, considering the process by which new stars are formed, looking at how star birth generates planets and perhaps life, and studying how the deaths of stars begins the process anew.

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