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Observing the solar system : the modern astronomer's guide /
A practical primer for aspiring observers of the planets and other Solar System objects, written by an experienced amateur astronomer.
| Clasificación: | Libro Electrónico |
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| Formato: | Electrónico eBook |
| Idioma: | Inglés |
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Cambridge ; New York :
Cambridge University Press,
2012.
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| Acceso en línea: | Texto completo |
| Sumario: | A practical primer for aspiring observers of the planets and other Solar System objects, written by an experienced amateur astronomer. |
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| Notas: | "Written by a well-known and experienced amateur astronomer, this is a practical primer for all aspiring observers of the planets and other Solar System objects. Whether you are a beginner or more advanced astronomer, you will find all you need in this book to help develop your knowledge and skills and move on to the next level of observing. This up-to-date, self-contained guide provides a detailed and wide-ranging background to Solar System astronomy, along with extensive practical advice and resources. Topics covered include: traditional visual observing techniques using telescopes and ancillary equipment; how to go about imaging astronomical bodies; how to conduct measurements and research of scientifically useful quality; the latest observing and imaging techniques. Whether your interests lie in observing aurorae, meteors, the Sun, the Moon, asteroids, comets, or any of the major planets, you will find all you need here to help you get started"--Provided by publisher |
| Descripción Física: | 1 online resource |
| ISBN: | 9781139568937 1139568930 9781139030168 1139030167 9781139570749 1139570749 9781139572491 1139572490 1139887203 9781139887205 1139579320 9781139579322 1139573314 9781139573313 |