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Projects with space / by Spilsbury, Louise.(CARDINAL)333019;

Includes bibliographical references (page 31) and index.What's in space? -- The sun and stars -- Make this : constellation picture -- The solar system -- Make this : model solar system -- The planets -- Make this : Saturn model -- Earth -- Make this : sundial -- The moon -- Make this : moon phases picture -- Exploring space -- Make this : balloon rocket.Readers will take a trip into the final frontier, and, as they discover fascinating facts about the solar system, the moon, Earth, and beyond, they will also have the opportunity to make a model of Saturn, the solar system, a sundial, and even a balloon rocket. Eye-catching images of planets and galaxies will captivate stargazers, while craft activities will draw reluctant readers in. With quick fact boxes and photo blurbs with glossary words, readers will learn the secrets of the universe as they create fun models to share"--Provided by the publisher.4.8-11.3-6.4-8R

Subjects: Trivia and miscellanea.; Astronomy; Handicraft;

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More things in the heavens : how infrared astronomy is expanding our view of the universe / by Werner, Michael W.,author.(CARDINAL)807385; Eisenhardt, Peter,1953-author.(CARDINAL)810458;

Notes pages 233-256. Index.A sweeping tour of the infrared universe as seen through the eyes of NASA's Spitzer Space Telescope0Astronomers have been studying the heavens for thousands of years, but until recently much of the cosmos has been invisible to the human eye. Launched in 2003, the Spitzer Space Telescope has brought the infrared universe into focus as never before. Michael Werner and Peter Eisenhardt are among the scientists who worked for decades to bring this historic mission to life. Here is their inside story of how Spitzer continues to carry out cutting-edge infrared astronomy to help answer fundamental questions that have intrigued humankind since time immemorial: Where did we come from? How did the universe evolve? Are we alone? In this panoramic book, Werner and Eisenhardt take readers on a breathtaking guided tour of the cosmos in the infrared, beginning in our solar system and venturing ever outward toward the distant origins of the expanding universe. They explain how astronomers use the infrared to observe celestial bodies that are too cold or too far away for their light to be seen by the eye, to conduct deep surveys of galaxies as they appeared at the dawn of time, and to peer through dense cosmic clouds that obscure major events in the life cycles of planets, stars, and galaxies. Featuring many of Spitzer's spectacular images, More Things in the Heavens provides a thrilling look at how infrared astronomy is aiding the search for exoplanets and extraterrestrial life, and transforming our understanding of the history and evolution of our universe.

Subjects: Infrared astronomy.;

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Amazing universe. by Steele, Philip,author.(CARDINAL)719834;

In the beginning -- Star galaxies -- Our Solar System -- Light and heat -- Mercury and Venus -- Planet Earth -- Mars: the red planet -- Jupiter and Saturn -- Uranus and Neptune -- Clouds of dust and gas -- How a star dies -- Living in space -- Travel to the stars."What are stars made of? Why do they die? Has anyone or anything ever lived on Mars? What are sunspots? How big is the International Space Station? <br>Take a journey through the amazing Universe and into the unknown beyond, and collect some bitesize facts about time, space and space travel along the way. <br>Fast Facts is a new series of high-interest, lower reading ability books aimed at fact-hungry children who enjoy information books but may be less confident readers or have difficulty with the usual quantity and level of text aimed at their age group. This exciting series has been created by using the stunning visual images from the best-selling Navigators series, reducing the number of visual elements per page and rewriting the text with simpler sentence structure, easier vocabulary, and larger typesize"--provided by publisher.

Subjects: Astronomy; Astronomy.;

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The search for exoplanets [videorecording] : what astronomers know / by Winn, Joshua N.; Teaching Company.;

Includes bibliographical references (p. 168-175) in course guidebook.Professor Joshua N. Winn, Massachussetts Institute of Technology.Lecturer: Professor Joshua N. Winn, Massachussetts Institute of Technology.As recently as 1990, it seemed plausible that the solar system was a unique phenomenon in our galaxy. Thanks to advances in technology and clever new uses of existing data, now we know that planetary systems and possibly even a new Earth can be found throughout galaxies near and far. We are living during a new golden age of planetary discovery, with the prospect of finding many worlds like Earth. Most of the thousands of planets we've detected can't be imaged directly, but researchers are able to use subtle clues obtained in ingenious ways to assemble an astonishing picture of planetary systems far different from our own. We are in the midst of an astronomical revolution, comparable to the Copernican revolution that established our current view of the solar system-and we invite you to take part. Embark on this unrivaled adventure in 24 lectures by a veteran planet hunter. Designed for everyone from armchair explorers to serious skywatchers, The Search for Exoplanets follows the numerous twists and turns in the hunt for exoplanets-the false starts, the sudden breakthroughs, and the extraordinary discoveries. Explore systems containing super-Earths, mini-Neptunes, lava worlds, and even stranger worlds. You also get behind-the-scenes information on the techniques astronomers used to find evidence of planets at mind-boggling distances from our home base. Learn how astronomers determine how many planets are in a system, as well as how large they are and the characteristics of their atmospheres.

Subjects: Films for the hearing impaired.; DVDs.; Astronomy.; Extrasolar planets.; Life on other planets.; Galaxies.; Planets.; Cosmology.;

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Light in the darkness : black holes, the universe, and us / by Falcke, Heino,1966-author.; Römer, Jörg,1974-author.; Yarbrough, Marshall,translator.(CARDINAL)632880;

Includes bibliographical references and index.Foreword -- Prologue: And we really can see them -- Part I. Journey through time and space. 1. Humankind, the Earth, and the moon -- 2. The solar system and our changing model of the universe -- Part II. The mysteries of the universe. 3. Einstein's happiest thought -- 4. The Milky Way and its stars -- 5. Dead stars and black holes -- 6. Galaxies, quasars, and the big bang -- Part III. The journey to the image. 7. The galactic center -- 8. The idea behind the image -- 9. Building a global telescope -- 10. Striking out on expedition -- 11. The first image -- Part IV. Beyond the limits. 12. Beyond the powers of our imagination -- 13. Beyond Einstein? -- 14. Omniscience and limitations -- Acknowledgments -- List of EHT authors -- Glossary -- Image credits -- Notes -- Index."A fascinating and thought-provoking investigation into the nature of black holes--a blend of the spiritual, the philosophical, and the scientific--from the premier German astrophysicist who made history in 2019, capturing the first one on film"--On April 10, 2019 Falcke, an astrophysicist, presented the first image ever captured of a black hole. That photo was captured with the unthinkable commitment of an intercontinental team of astronomers who transformed the world into a global telescope. The photo itself asks more questions for humanity than it answers. From the first humans looking up at the night sky to modern astrophysics, from the study of black holes to the still-unsolved mysteries of the universe, Falcke asks, in even the greatest triumphs of science, is there room for doubts, faith, and a God? Here he ponders the big, pressing questions that present themselves when we look up at the stars. -- adapted from jacket

Subjects: Astronomy.; Black holes (Astronomy);

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Super space encyclopedia / by Gifford, Clive,author.(CARDINAL)265470; Edson, Shauna,consultant.(CARDINAL)834446; Mitton, Jacqueline,consultant.(CARDINAL)319101; Dorling Kindersley Publishing, Inc.,publisher.(CARDINAL)343764; Smithsonian Institution,contributor.(CARDINAL)141176;

The universe -- Inner solar system -- Outer solar system -- Stars and exoplanets -- Galaxies -- Space exploration -- People in space. -- GlossaryBursting with fascinating facts and the latest breathtaking images, this space book for children brings the wonders of the Solar System to life. Find out about the never-ending storms on Jupiter. Learn about the towering volcanoes of Venus -- all 1,600 of them, and see the Valles Marineris on Mars -- a canyon that is ten times longer than Earth's Grand Canyon. Find out many more fascinating "super" facts about the cosmos with Super Space Encyclopedia. Based on recent research and discoveries, Super Space Encyclopedia showcases everything you need to know about the Universe -- from the Big Bang to the formation of galaxies and planets as well as the technology used to explore it unimaginable depths. Fabulous cutaway artworks help to reveal the inner workings of the Sun, planets, and spacecraft.Age 9-11Grade 4-6IG1140L

Subjects: Instructional and educational works.; Trivia and miscellanea.; Encyclopedias.; Illustrated works.; Astronomy;

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The stargazer's handbook / by Sparrow, Giles,1970-(CARDINAL)341377;

Includes bibliographical references and index. The Stargazer's Handbook will enable you to explore space without leaving the comforts of Earth. All you need are a pair of binoculars and a clear night sky to experience the wonders of the universe. This book will take you on a journey through space, beginning with our own moon and neighbouring planets before exploring the fascinating sights of deep space - from hypergiant suns and stellar nurseries to blazing nebulae and swirling galaxies. Each star, planet or constellation is fully illustrated and accompanied by an annotated star map, as well as close-up images that zoom in on areas of interest.

Subjects: Stars; Astronomy; Cosmology;

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Space! / by Morgan, Ben,1968-editor.(CARDINAL)667443; Dinwiddie, Robert,1953-contributor.(CARDINAL)341379; DK Publishing, Inc.,publisher.(CARDINAL)317714; Smithsonian Institution,sponsor.(CARDINAL)141176;

Truly encyclopedic in scope and fully up-to-date covering the stars and planets, space exploration, and the night sky, Space! is packed with amazing facts and NASA images revealing the wonders of the cosmos; from black holes to the big bang to the planets. Using computer-generated 3D models to explore and open up the most amazing objects in the universe, showing each object in incredible detail, Space! is bursting with facts, infographics, and data boxes. Every topic is covered in depth and detail while remaining easy to understand at a glance. With fresh content, up-to-date images, and crystal-clear, hi-tech design, Space! is a bold new approach to family reference.--Amazon1140L

Subjects: Encyclopedias.; Space sciences; Astronomy; Stars; Galaxies; Constellations;

Available copies: 19 / Total copies: 31

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Observatories on Earth / by Stille, Darlene R.,author.(CARDINAL)275009; World Book, Inc.,publisher.(CARDINAL)170438;

"An introduction to observatories on Earth with information about their history and use. Includes diagrams, fun facts, glossary, resource list, and index"--Provided by publisher.Includes bibliographical references (page 62) and index.1090L

Subjects: Astronomical observatories; Telescopes; Astronomy;

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A dictionary of science. by Law, Jonathan,editor.(CARDINAL)683588;

Machine generated contents note: A Dictionary of Science -- Atomic Theory Chronology -- Big-Bang Theory (Feature) -- Biochemistry Chronology -- Cell Biology Chronology -- Cosmology Chronology -- Crystal Defects (Feature) -- Electronics Chronology -- El Nino (Feature) -- Explosives Chronology -- Genetically Modified Organisms (Feature) -- Learning in Animals (Feature) -- Microscopy Chronology -- Moon Exploration Chronology -- Nuclear Magnetic Resonance Imaging (Feature) -- Plastics Chronology -- Polymers (Feature) -- Refrigeration (Feature) -- Solar System (Feature) -- Telescopes, Optical Astronomical (Feature) -- Vitamins Chronology -- Appendices -- SI units -- Fundamental constants -- The solar system -- Geological time scale -- Simplified phylogenetic tree for plants -- Simplified phylogenetic tree of the animal kingdom -- The periodic table.This dictionary contains more than 9,500 entries on all aspects of chemistry, physics, biology (including human biology), earth sciences, computer science, and astronomy. This fully revised edition includes hundreds of new entries, bringing it fully up to date in areas such as nanotechnology, quantum physics, molecular biology, genomics, and the science of climate change. Supported by more than 200 diagrams and illustrations, the dictionary features recommended web links for many entries, accessed and kept up-to-date via the Dictionary of Science companion website.

Subjects: Dictionaries.; Science;

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