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21st Century Astronomy

by Jeff Hester, David Burstein, Ronald Greeley, Bradford Smith, Howard Voss
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Synopsis

The Second Edition of 21st Century Astronomy reaffirms its status as the most current and authoritative text for introductory courses.

About the Author, Jeff Hester

Jeff Hester is professor of physics and astronomy at Arizona State University. He studies the interstellar medium in the Milky Way and external galaxies, the structure of the diffuse ISM, and supernova remnants.

David Burstein is professor of physics and astronomy at Arizona State University. His research focuses on the structure and evolution of galaxies, stellar evolution, and cosmology.

George Blumenthal is professor of astronomy and astrophysics at the University of California, Santa Cruz. He studies a wide range of topics including cosmology, dark matter, and the origin of structure in the Universe.

Ronald Greeley is professor of geological sciences at Arizona State University. His current research is focused on gaining an understanding of planetary surface processes and geological histories.

Bradford Smith, who studies solar system cosmogony and stellar astronomy, is affiliated with the Institute for Astronomy at the University of Hawaii.

Howard Voss is professor of physics emeritus at Arizona State University and has been active in the American Association of Physics Teachers and the American Institute of Physics.

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Book Details

Published
December 1, 2006
Publisher
Norton, W. W. & Company, Inc.
Format
Paperback
ISBN
9780393924435

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