Alien life. Myths and legends -- Space travel -- Telescopes -- The moon -- The sun -- Planets -- Comets, asteroids and meteorites -- Stars -- Black holes -- The Milky Way and other galaxies -- The Big Bang -- Time and space -- Alien life.
Summary:
"The Universe Explained gives scientific answers to 185 of the most popular questions about astronomy in a lightly humorous question-and-answer format. The Universe Explained answers questions about space travel; telescopes; the solar system; comets, asteroids and meteors; stars; black holes; the Milky Way and other galaxies; the Big Bang and space and time. As well, the possibility of life beyond our planet is explored with up-to-date space discoveries; as well as debunking persistent myths and legends."-- Provided by publisher.
This resource is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act as administered by State Library of Iowa.