Foundations of Astronomy, International Edition

Paperback

Main Details

Title Foundations of Astronomy, International Edition
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Michael Seeds
By (author) Dana Backman
By (author) Michael Seeds
Physical Properties
Format:Paperback
Pages:672
Dimensions(mm): Height 274,Width 228
Category/GenreAstronomy, space and time
ISBN/Barcode 9780538733533
ClassificationsDewey:520
Audience
Tertiary Education (US: College)
Edition 11th edition

Publishing Details

Publisher Cengage Learning, Inc
Imprint Brooks/Cole
Publication Date 1 January 2010
Publication Country United States

Description

FOUNDATIONS OF ASTRONOMY, 11e, INTERNATIONAL EDITION brings science to life. With this newly revised Eleventh Edition of FOUNDATIONS OF ASTRONOMY, INTERNATIONAL EDITION, best-selling authors Mike Seeds and Dana Backman strive to help students use astronomy to understand science--and use science to understand what we are. Fascinating, engaging, and extremely visual, this text emphasizes the scientific method throughout as it guides students to answer two fundamental questions: What are we? And how do we know? In discussing the interplay between evidence and hypothesis, the authors provide not only fact but also a conceptual framework for understanding the logic of science. The Eleventh Edition addresses the newest developments and latest discoveries in the exciting study of astronomy, including information to emphasize observations over the entire electromagnetic spectrum; new data on star formation and stellar structure; new insight on global warming and ozone depletion; updated information on the Kuiper belt and dwarf planets; and more. Whether you choose to assign homework in an online environment, give your students access to an affordable and interactive online text, or do both, the new FOUNDATIONS OF ASTRONOMY, INTERNATIONAL EDITION Online Version is the ideal solution for your course needs, giving your students Web-based access to a digital version of the text. In addition, the new online Enhanced WebAssign (R) homework management system enables you to easily assign and manage homework online.