Stars and Planets (The Young Oxford Library of Science)

by JacquelineMitton (Author)

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  Paperback
  2002

  $3.25

  This is an exciting new series, building into an extensive library of knowledge for tomorrow's young scientists. Lively and accessible, each of the 10 volumes focuses on a major area of scientific knowledge and draws the reader into the dynamic world of the modern scientist. This volume contains nearly 300 major articles in all, giving full coverage of the physical, chemical and biological sciences. It is accurate and up-to-date, covering the latest discoveries, events and ideas. Its expert authors capture the excitement of science, and all the text are checked by specialist consultants. It also features over 1300 illustrations - carefully selected photos and specially commissioned drawings and diagrams.

• Used

  Paperback
  2000

  $3.25

  Stars and Planets is part of the comprehensive Questions and Answers series. The book contains information on stars, planets, galaxies, asteroids, meteorites and the solar system and discusses questions such as: How big are the stars? and How big is the solar system?