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Collins dictionary of astronomy [editors] John Daintith, William Gould.

Contributor(s): Publication details: Glasgow [Scotland] : HarperCollins, 2006 2012.)Edition: [5th] edDescription: 1 online resource (3682 entries) : 100 images, digital filesContent type:
  • text
Media type:
  • computer
Carrier type:
  • online resource
Other title:
  • Dictionary of astronomy
  • Collins internet-linked dictionary of astronomy [Cover title]
Subject(s): Additional physical formats: Print version:: No titleDDC classification:
  • 520.3 22
LOC classification:
  • QB14 .C65 2006
Online resources:
Contents:
A-W.
Abstract: For over 25 years we have been tracking the growth and developments in astronomy in this dictionary. For this new edition, the fifth in the book's life, we have completely reviewed and updated all the existing entries, from A0620-00 to XUV astronomy, and have added around 200 entries to reflect recent advances in astronomy and related fields. The book will provide a valuable resource both to those studying astronomy at school or university and to the many enthusiastic amateur astronomers.
Holdings
Item type Current library Collection Shelving location Call number Status Date due Barcode
Ebook Ebook NMC Library Credo Reference Online QB14 .C65 2006 EBOOK (Browse shelf(Opens below)) Available online - NMC Login required 519156

Includes list of internet resources.

First published as The Macmillan Dictionary of Astronomy, 1979.

A-W.

For over 25 years we have been tracking the growth and developments in astronomy in this dictionary. For this new edition, the fifth in the book's life, we have completely reviewed and updated all the existing entries, from A0620-00 to XUV astronomy, and have added around 200 entries to reflect recent advances in astronomy and related fields. The book will provide a valuable resource both to those studying astronomy at school or university and to the many enthusiastic amateur astronomers.

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