Welcome to the world of 21st Century Astronomy 6th Edition! This star-studded, captivating resource is perfect for all students bursting with curiosity about the mysteries of our universe. Authored by three acclaimed professors—Laura Kay, Stacy Palen, and George Blumenthal—this revised edition will bring your knowledge in astronomy to out-of-this-world heights.
You can explore topics ranging from stars and planets, our solar system, galaxies and extra-galactic space, astrobiology, cosmology and more. There are plenty of helpful illustrations, engaging problem sets (with answers!), and detailed timelines that cover key events in the history of astronomy.
You’ll also find profiles on major figures in the field and invitations for readers to explore physical experiments. Also included is an Astronomy Guide that provides necessary context information; a virtual planetarium with interactive 3D simulations; videos designed to accompany chapters; an online interactive figure excercise program; as well as course management tools tailored for educators implementing this text into their curricula.
We guarantee that after studying 21st Century Astronomy 6th Edition by Laura Kay, Stacy Palen, and George Blumenthal you’ll be fully equipped with everything you need to understand our place within this fascinating and ever-expanding universe!