Eric has written 12 books on astronomy and has published nearly scientific papers in professional journals. He held postdoctoral positions at the University of Illinois and Northwestern University, where he continued his research in theoretical astrophysics, star clusters, and high-performance computing.
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About the Book Process of Science and Discovery The Process of Science is emphasized throughout the book as the authors strive to give students an understanding of how scientists think and work. Art Vivid, dynamic, and current art keeps students informed and engaged.
It may also be used for one-semester survey courses if professors choose their areas of emphasis. However, instructors of one-term courses may also wish to consider our two shorter versions of this book: The Essential Cosmic Perspective, which covers a smaller set of topics and is tailored to meet the needs of comprehensive one-semester survey courses in astronomy, and The Cosmic Perspective Fundamentals, which covers only the most fundamental topics in astronomy and is designed for courses that address a more limited set of topics.
The underlying philosophy, goals, and structure of The Cosmic Perspective remain the same as in past editions, but we have thoroughly updated the text and made a number of other improvements. In addition, Section In addition to the major chapter-level changes above, other scientific updates in this edition include.
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Web Projects offer a few suggestions for additional web-based research. A detailed glossary makes it easy for students to look up important terms. New features further reinforce the importance of critical thinking in astronomy NEW! Extraordinary Claims boxes provide students with examples of extraordinary claims about the universe and how they were either supported or debunked as scientists collected more evidence. Icons call attention to a few of the features that promote critical thinking throughout the chapter and in the end of chapter problems.
Chapter 9 has been reorganized and rewritten to reflect recent developments in the study of small bodies, particularly the revolutionary new views provided by recent spacecraft including Dawn, Rosetta, and New Horizons. Chapter 10 has been heavily revised in light of thousands of new discoveries of extrasolar planets since the prior edition.
In Chapter 14, Section Chapter 15 has been revised to reduce jargon and to include a new full-page figure showing the Milky Way in different wavelengths. In addition, Section Chapter 16 has been significantly revised in light of new research into galactic evolution. Chapter 19 has been significantly rewritten thanks to new understanding of the potential habitability of Mars, Titan, and extrasolar planets.
Scientific updates reflect new developments in the field of astronomy NEW! New results and images from spacecraft exploring our solar system are included. Recent results from major space observatories , including Hubble and Kepler, and from powerful ground-based observatories, such as ALMA, are included.
Updated data and models on topics such as the formation of planetary systems, global warming, and galaxy formation and evolution have been added. Major new discoveries and statistics relating to the study of extrasolar planets, new research on the timing and possible origin of life on Earth, and much more, are included. New to This Edition. Virtual Astronomy Labs are assignable, online laboratory activities that utilize Stellarium and interactive figures to conduct night sky, data collection, and inquiry based labs.
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New and Enhanced interactive figures formatted for computer and tablet use. About the Book New features further reinforce the importance of critical thinking in astronomy Extraordinary Claims boxes provide students with examples of extraordinary claims about the universe and how they were either supported or debunked as scientists collected more evidence.
Scientific updates reflect new developments in the field of astronomy: New results and images from spacecraft exploring our solar system are included.
Table of Contents I. Developing Perspective 1. A Modern View of the Universe 2. Discovering the Universe for Yourself 3. The Science of Astronomy II. Key Concepts for Astronomy 4. Learning from Other Worlds 6. Formation of the Solar System 7. Earth and the Terrestrial Worlds 8. Jovian Planet Systems 9. Stars Our Star Surveying the Stars Star Stuff The Bizarre Stellar Graveyard V. Galaxies and Beyond Our Galaxy
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