Publisher's Synopsis
Our knowledge of the universe has increased tremendously over the last century, and our discoveries are not over - there remain scientific mysteries that the next generation of astronomers will need to solve. This volume in the ^IGreenwood Guides to the Universe^R series covers galaxies - the vast collections of stars that are spread throughout the universe -- and provides readers with the most up-to-date understanding of the current state of scientific knowledge. Scientifically sound, but written with the student in mind, ^IGalaxies ^R is an excellent first step for researching the exciting scientific discoveries of the largest regions of the universe.
Our knowledge of the universe has increased tremendously over the last century, and our discoveries are not over - there remain scientific mysteries that the next generation of astronomers will need to solve. This volume in the ^IGreenwood Guides to the Universe^R series covers galaxies - the vast collections of stars that are spread throughout the universe -- and provides readers with the most up-to-date understanding of the current state of scientific knowledge. Scientifically sound, but written with the student in mind, ^IGalaxies ^R is an excellent first step for researching the exciting scientific discoveries of the largest regions of the universe.
^IGalaxies^R discusses all areas of what is known about the subject, such as: ^L ^DBL What are the different shapes and types of galaxies? ^L ^DBL How do galaxies form? ^L ^DBL How do groups of galaxies interact? ^L ^DBL How do galaxies evolve? ^L ^DBL How do we know so much about objects so far away?^L The volume includes a glossary and a bibliography of useful resources for learning more about the subject.
