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- Black holes / by Bloomer, Ed,Author(DLC)no2022048932; Royal Observatory, Greenwich,Issuing body(DLC)n 81113094 ;
Includes bibliographical references.An expert astronomer explains the phenomenon. Black holes. What even are they? In brief, a black hole is a region of spacetime so curved by gravity that even light cannot escape it. Peculiar objects, and notoriously difficult to understand, black holes are a fascinating fusion of the simple and the complex. Although the mathematics of their behavior is fiendishly difficult, we can explore the subject by starting with basic principles and straightforward thought experiments. Read on to uncover what's inside a black hole, how scientists discovered this amazing phenomenon, what to do if you find yourself falling into one, and--since no one is likely to turn up and help (you'll find out why)--what you need to do to escape! The author dispels common myths about black holes, provides guidance on how to win several Nobel prizes, and reveals the eventual fate of the Universe (maybe). Black Holes is part of the Illuminates series of short, accessible books that examine amazing aspects of space, brought to you by Royal Observatory Greenwich.- Subjects: Black holes (Astronomy); Compact objects (Astronomy); Gravitational collapse.;
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- 2021 night sky almanac : a month-by-month guide to North America's skies from the Royal Astronomical Society of Canada / by Mortillaro, Nicole,1972-author.(CARDINAL)593119; Royal Astronomical Society of Canada,issuing body.(CARDINAL)333320;
Includes bibliographical references."2021 Night Sky Almanac is the ideal resource for both novice and experienced sky watchers in the United States and Canada, with all of the advice, information, and data that enthusiasts need to understand and enjoy the wonders of the night sky. This in-depth guide first introduces readers to the objects in the sky -- from stars, to comets, to globular clusters -- and then takes them through the cosmic events to look out for each month, with sky maps, moon phase charts, and info about the planets. 2021 Night Sky Almanac is both a comprehensive introduction to astronomy and a quick reference book for more experienced sky watchers who don't want to miss a thing. Its compact size means it's perfect for taking on an "astro-vacation" or simply sky viewing in the backyard."--- Subjects: Handbooks and manuals.; Illustrated works.; Almanacs.; Astronomy; Astronomy; Astronomy; Astronomy; Astronomy;
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- 2023 night sky almanac : a month-by-month guide to North America's skies from the Royal Astronomical Society of Canada / by Mortillaro, Nicole,1972-author.(CARDINAL)593119; Royal Astronomical Society of Canada,issuing body.(CARDINAL)333320;
Includes bibliographical references.Introduction -- Handy sky measures -- Binoculars and telescopes -- Stars -- Constellations -- Comets and meteors -- The moon -- The sun -- Eclipses -- The northern lights -- The planets -- Deep sky objects -- The sky month-by-month -- The Messier catalog -- Glossary -- Resources -- Photo credits"2023 Night Sky Almanac is the ideal resource for both novice and experienced sky watchers in the United States and Canada, with all the advice, information and data that enthusiasts need to understand and enjoy the wonders of the night sky. This in-depth guide first introduces readers to the objects in the sky -- from stars, to comets, to globular clusters -- and then takes them through the cosmic events to look out for each month in 2023, with sky maps, moon phase charts and info about the planets. The book also features: Methods for using your hands to measure angles in the sky ; Information about binoculars and telescopes ; A glossary of terms ; A list of helpful resources ; Full color spreads of the monthly attractions. 2023 Night Sky Almanac is both a comprehensive introduction to astronomy and a quick reference book for more experienced sky watchers who don't want to miss a thing. Its compact size means it's perfect for taking on an "astro-vacation" or simply sky viewing in the backyard"--- Subjects: Handbooks and manuals.; Astronomy; Astronomy; Astronomy; Astronomy; Astronomy;
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- 2022 night sky almanac : a month-by-month guide to North America's skies from the Royal Astronomical Society of Canada / by Mortillaro, Nicole,1972-author.(CARDINAL)593119; Royal Astronomical Society of Canada,issuing body.(CARDINAL)333320;
Includes bibliographical references."2022 Night Sky Almanac is the ideal resource for both novice and experienced sky watchers in the United States and Canada, with all of the advice, information and data that enthusiasts need to understand and enjoy the wonders of the night sky. This in-depth guide first introduces readers to the objects in the sky -- from stars, to comets, to globular clusters -- and then takes them through the cosmic events to look out for each month in 2022, with sky maps, moon phase charts and info about the planets. The book also features: Methods for using your hands to measure angles in the sky Information about binoculars and telescopes A glossary of terms A list of helpful resources And much, much more! 2022 Night Sky Almanac is both a comprehensive introduction to astronomy and a quick reference book for more experienced sky watchers who don't want to miss a thing. Its compact size means it's perfect for taking on an "astro-vacation" or simply sky viewing in the backyard. The Royal Astronomical Society of Canada (RASC) was founded ad hoc in 1868 and incorporated in 1890 with a dual membership of professionals and amateurs. It has 29 Canadian chapters and over 5,000 members. The Journal of The Royal Astronomical Society of Canada is entering its 115th year of publication, and the RASC also produces a number of other publications and guidebooks."--- Subjects: Handbooks and manuals.; Astronomy; Astronomy; Astronomy; Astronomy; Astronomy;
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