Astronomy, space and time

This up-to-date reference on stellar populations and development models includes coverage of distant galaxies, chemical evolution and supernovae.

Low-frequency wave modes of magnetized inhomogeneous plasmas have been subject to intense study in the last decade because they play important roles in the transport of energy in the plasmas.

This authoritative book presents the theoretical development of gravitational physics as it applies to the dynamics of celestial bodies and the analysis of precise astronomical observations.

This authoritative book presents the theoretical development of gravitational physics as it applies to the dynamics of celestial bodies and the analysis of precise astronomical observations.

This 21st volume in the series contains 15 invited reviews and highlight contributions presented during the 2008 International Scientific Conference of the German Astronomical Society on the topic of "e;New Challenges to European Astronomy"e;, held in Vienna, Austria.

Written by an experienced teacher and author, this must-have source for work with polarimetric equipment and polarimetry in astronomy conveys the knowledge of the technology and techniques needed to measure and interpret polarizations.

Filling an important gap in the geophysical literature at specialist level, this monograph is the only up-to-date title to provide a link between the Earth's rotation and its atmo- and hydrosphere, including the ice masses.

This up-to-date and concise account of a critical period of the early universe directly links the latest theories and experiments.

This white paper identifies the main issues and major recommendations for German astronomical research.

This 20th volume in the series contains 16 invited reviews and highlight contributions presented during the 2007 International Scientific Conference of the German Astronomical Society on the topic of "e;Cosmic Matter"e;, held in W rzburg, Germany.

This latest, up-to-date resource for research on extrasolar planets covers formation, dynamics, atmospheres and detection.

This up-to-date resource is based on lectures developed by experts in the relevant fields and carefully edited by the leading astrobiologists within the European community.

This book is a comprehensive treatment of star formation, one of the most active fields of modern astronomy.

A fascinating introduction to the basic principles of orbital mechanics It has been three hundred years since Isaac Newton first formulated laws to explain the orbits of the Moon and the planets of our solar system.

Discusses the nature of interstellar matter, with a strong emphasis on basic physical principles.

This self-contained textbook brings together many different branches of physics--e.

Volume 18 continues the Reviews in Modern Astronomy with twelve invited reviews and highlight contributions which were presented during the International Scientific Conference of the Astronomical Society on the topic "e;From Cosmological Structures to the Milky Way"e;, held in Prague, Czech Republic, September 20 to 25, 2004.

Divided into two parts, the first four chapters of Comets and their Origin refer to comets and their formation in general, describing cometary missions, comet remote observations, astrochemistry, artificial comets, and the chirality phenomenon.

Divided into two parts, the first four chapters of Comets and their Origin refer to comets and their formation in general, describing cometary missions, comet remote observations, astrochemistry, artificial comets, and the chirality phenomenon.

A guide to the fascinating interplay between particle physics and astrophysics that highlights the discovery of neutrino oscillations Written by three international experts on the topic, Solar Neutrino Physics offers a review of the status of solar physics with its strong link to neutrino physics.

A guide to the fascinating interplay between particle physics and astrophysics that highlights the discovery of neutrino oscillations Written by three international experts on the topic, Solar Neutrino Physics offers a review of the status of solar physics with its strong link to neutrino physics.

Authored by an experienced writer and a well-known researcher of stellar evolution, interstellar matter and spectroscopy, this unique treatise on the formation and observation of organic compounds in space includes a spectroscopy refresher, as well as links to geological findings and finishes with the outlook for future astronomical facilities and solar system exploration missions.

Most elements are synthesized, or "e;cooked"e;, by thermonuclear reactions in stars.

Most elements are synthesized, or "e;cooked"e;, by thermonuclear reactions in stars.

Wir wissen, dass das Universum vor vielen Milliarden Jahren in einem gewaltigen Feuerball entstand – dem Urknall.

Harry Cliff rockt das UniversumEin Apfelkuchen besteht aus Mehl, Butter, Zucker, Äpfeln – chemisch betrachtet aber aus zahllosen Atomen, die alle einen Ursprung haben müssen.

In einer Welt, in der die Suche nach Frieden und tieferem Verständnis noch nie so dringend war, offenbart dieses Buch überraschende Zusammenhänge zwischen Wissenschaft, Religion und Spiritualität.

Wie kamen Löwe, Jungfrau und Waage an den Himmel?

In »Kosmologie« vermitteln der theoretische Astrophysiker und Kosmologe Josef M.

Sie lesen jetzt das Wort »jetzt« – und schon ist es vergangen.

Der Bestseller-Autor Stefan Klein erzählt in seinem mitreißenden und zugleich poetischen Buch »Das All und das Nichts.

Die Jagd nach der Weltformel – über 20 Wochen auf der Spiegel-Bestseller-ListeEine Harvard-Physikerin sorgt mit ihrem Buch über verborgene Dimensionen des Universums für Furore.

Die Gesamtgeschichte der Erde und des Menschen und von Allem – ungewöhnlich, unterhaltsam und packend!

Die Natur der Dunklen Materie gehört zu den spannendsten Fragen der Kosmologie.

Wenn die Zukunft vorherbestimmt ist, hat die Gegenwart keine Bedeutung - über die Entstehung unseres modernen ZeitempfindensEin Leben ohne Termine ist heute kaum vorstellbar.

International renommierte Wissernschaftler unterschiedlicher Disziplinen, u.

***Die junge Star-Wissenschaftlerin Anna Frebel: Was die ältesten Sterne über uns und das Universum erzählen***Mit Mitte zwanzig entdeckte die Astrophysikerin Anna Frebel während ihrer Promotion den ältesten bis dahin bekannten Stern.

In ›Die Erfindung der Philosophie‹ erkunden wir die faszinierende Reise des menschlichen Geistes von den mythischen Erklärungen der Welt zur rationalen Untersuchung und Reflexion, die wir heute als Philosophie kennen.

¿Como se origino la tierra?

Are you an emotional Scorpio who needs to pour out your latest drama to your friends and relatives?

UN RECORRIDO POR LOS MISTERIOS DEL UNIVERSO QUE NOS INTRODUCE EN LOS ÚLTIMOS HALLAZGOS CIENTÍFICOS EN EL ÁMBITO DE LA COSMOLOGÍA.

From the ancient origins of astronomy to the Copernican revolution, and from Galileo to Hawking's research into black holes, The Story of Astronomy charts the discoveries made by some of the greatest minds in human history, and their attempts to unveil the secrets of the stars.

The Big Questions series enables renowned experts to tackle the 20 most fundamental and frequently asked questions of a major branch of science or philosophy.

Philip's Astrophotography With Mark Thompson is an essential guide for anyone wishing to photograph or image the stars and planets, written by TV's favourite astronomer.

Philip's Stargazing With Mark Thompson provides the perfect introduction to the fascinating hobby of astronomy for beginners, written by TV's favourite astronomer.

Find your way around the night sky with this handy guide to stargazing for the complete novice.

"e;If you buy just one guide.

"e;If you buy just one guide.

"e;If you buy just one guide.

What happens when a star dies?