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Observing the Universe: A Guide to Observational Astronomy and Planetary Science Book

Compiled by a team of experts, this textbook introduces a range of techniques and skills designed for students who are undertaking observational work in astronomy and planetary science. It is written in a style that avoids complex mathematics.Read More

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    Fully self-contained introduction to observational optical astronomy and planetary science.

  • Book Description

    Observing the Universe introduces a range of techniques and skills that will be useful for those wishing to undertake observational work in astronomy and planetary science. It covers the principles of telescopes and detectors, photometry and spectroscopy, microscopy techniques for analysing samples, teamwork skills, planning for a session at an observatory, keeping records of what you do, estimating uncertainties in measurements, analysing data numerically and graphically, and producing a written report. Fully self-contained, this is a valuable guide for undergraduate students of astronomy and planetary science, and serious amateur astronomers.

  • Product Description

    Introducing a range of useful techniques and skills for those wishing to undertake observational work in astronomy and planetary science, this book covers the principles of telescopes and detectors, photometry and spectroscopy and microscopy techniques for analyzing samples. Fully self-contained, it will be a valuable guide for undergraduate students of astronomy and planetary science, as well as amateur astronomers.

  • 0521603935
  • 9780521603935
  • 22 July 2004
  • Cambridge University Press
  • Paperback (Book)
  • 180
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