Galaxies and the universe.
Title:
Galaxies and the universe.
ISBN:
9780716695134
Edition:
2nd ed.
Publication Information:
Chicago : World Book, 2007.
Physical Description:
63 p. : col. ill. ; 24 cm.
Contents:
What is a galaxy? -- What are galaxies made of? -- What galaxy are we in? -- What is the shape of the Milky Way galaxy ? -- How big is the Milky Way? -- Where is our solar system in the Milky Way? -- How did our solar system form in the Milky Way? -- What is the Milky Way's neighborhood like? -- How did galaxies form? -- Does the Milky Way rotate? -- What are some other types of galaxies? -- Can galaxies run into each other? -- What is special about the Milky Way? -- What is the universe? -- How old is the universe? -- What was the Big Bang? -- How did scientists discover the universe is expanding? -- Is the universe still expanding? -- Why does it matter if the universe is expanding? -- How have we learned so much about the universe? -- How much of the universe can we see? -- What kinds of instruments do astronomers use? -- What is dark matter? -- What are black holes? -- What are star clusters? -- What are pulsars? -- Could life exist elsewhere in the universe? -- How will the universe end? -- Fun facts about the universe!.
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Summary:
"Introduction to Galaxies and the Universe, providing to primary and intermediate grade students, information on their features and exploration. Includes fun facts, glossary, resource list and index"--Provided by publisher.
