Description
Book SynopsisThe Tenth Edition of
Explorations: An Introduction to Astronomy continues to share with students a sense of wonder about the universe and the dynamic, ever-changing science of astronomy. Written for students of various educational backgrounds, Explorations emphasizes current, accurate information, a visually exciting art package, accessible writing.
The new edition of
Explorations: Introduction to Astronomy is also available in McGraw Hill Connect, featuring SmartBook 2.0, STEM Prep Modules, Stellarium Exercises, and more!
Table of ContentsPreview: The Cosmic LandscapeChapter 1: The Cycles of the Sky
Chapter 2: The Rise of Astronomy
Essay 1: Backyard AstronomyChapter 3: Gravity and Motion
Chapter 4: Light and Atoms
Essay 2: Special and General RelativityChapter 5: Telescopes
Chapter 6: Earth
Chapter 7: The Moon and Tides
Essay 3: Keeping TimeChapter 8: The Terrestrial Planets
Chapter 9: The Giant Planets
Chapter 10: Small Bodies Orbiting the Sun
Chapter 11: Planetary Systems
Essay 4: Life in the UniverseChapter 12: The Sun, Our Star
Chapter 13: Measuring the Properties of Stars
Chapter 14: Stellar Evolution
Chapter 15: Stellar Remnants: White Dwarfs, Neutron Stars, and Black Holes
Chapter 16: The Milky Way Galaxy
Chapter 17: Galaxies
Chapter 18: Cosmology
