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The second edition of this classic reference work has been revised and updated to contain all the recent advances in this fast-developing field of study. Cutting through a maze of technical language, it provides: over 2,800 clear and concise entries with full cross-referencing; coverage of modern and classical astronomy; names of constellations, stars, galaxies, asteroids, comets, and nebulae; terms relating to astrophysics and cosmology; entries on telescopes and observatories; and explanation of abbreviations and acronyms; and information on space missions. Comprehensive and accessible, The Penguin Dictionary of Astronomy is the work of its kind for students and professionals.
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The Penguin Dictionary of Astronomy, Jacqueline Mitton
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- Released
- 1993
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- Title
- The Penguin Dictionary of Astronomy
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Jacqueline Mitton
- Publisher
- Puffin
- Released
- 1993
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 431
- ISBN10
- 0140512268
- ISBN13
- 9780140512267
- Series
- Tags
- Science
- Rating
- 4 out of 5
- Description
- The second edition of this classic reference work has been revised and updated to contain all the recent advances in this fast-developing field of study. Cutting through a maze of technical language, it provides: over 2,800 clear and concise entries with full cross-referencing; coverage of modern and classical astronomy; names of constellations, stars, galaxies, asteroids, comets, and nebulae; terms relating to astrophysics and cosmology; entries on telescopes and observatories; and explanation of abbreviations and acronyms; and information on space missions. Comprehensive and accessible, The Penguin Dictionary of Astronomy is the work of its kind for students and professionals.