Synopsis
Astronomy is a rapidly developing science, and its terms of reference also evolve at great speed. This reference book cuts a path through the maze of complex technical language and offers concise definitions of over 2400 entries, encompassing all aspects of classical and modern astronomy. It provides the names of constellations, stars, galaxies, asteroids, comets, nebulae and observatories. Entries on telescopes and space missions show how astronomers have opened new windows on the universe, while exact definitions of terms used in modern astrophysics and cosmology allow access to the most up-to-date research.
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About the Editor:
Jacqueline Mitton is editor of the Journal of the British Astronomical Association and Public Relations Officer for the Royal Astronomical Society. She has written a number of general interest books on astronomy, including Discovering Astronomy, Invitation to Astronomy, and Discovering the Planets.
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