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Author : D.G. King-Hele
Release : 1971
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Book Synopsis Heavenly Harmony and Earthly Harmonics King-Hele D.G.]. by : D.G. King-Hele
Download or read book Heavenly Harmony and Earthly Harmonics King-Hele D.G.]. written by D.G. King-Hele. This book was released on 1971. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Author : Clifford Cunningham
Release : 2015-10-13
Genre : Science
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Book Synopsis Discovery of the First Asteroid, Ceres by : Clifford Cunningham
Download or read book Discovery of the First Asteroid, Ceres written by Clifford Cunningham. This book was released on 2015-10-13. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Based on extensive primary sources, many never previously translated into English, this is the definitive account of the origins of Ceres as it went from being classified as a new planet to reclassification as the first of a previously unknown group of celestial objects. Cunningham opens this critical moment of astronomical discovery to full modern analysis for the first time. This book includes all the voluminous correspondence, translated into English, between the astronomers of Europe about the startling discovery of Ceres by Piazzi in 1801. It covers the period up to March 1802, at which time Pallas was discovered. Also included are Piazzi’s two monographs about Ceres, and the sections of two books dealing with Ceres, one by Johann Bode, the other by Johann Schroeter. The origin of the word ‘asteroid’ is explained, along with several chapters on the antecedents of the story going back to ancient Greek times. The formulation of Bode’s Law is given, as are the details on the efforts of Baron von Zach to organize a search for the supposed missing planet between Mars and Jupiter. Examples of verse created to commemorate the great discovery are included in this first volume. The author, who has a PhD in the History of Astronomy, is a dedicated scholar of the story of asteroids and his research on the discovery of Ceres is comprehensive and fully sourced. The discovery came at a time when rival astronomers were in hot competition with each other, and when the true nature of these celestial bodies was not yet known. With astronomers in France, Italy and beyond vying to understand and receive credit for the new class of astral bodies, drama was not in short supply--nor were scientific advances.
Author : Colin V. Murray-Wallace
Release : 2014-01-30
Genre : Science
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Book Synopsis Quaternary Sea-Level Changes by : Colin V. Murray-Wallace
Download or read book Quaternary Sea-Level Changes written by Colin V. Murray-Wallace. This book was released on 2014-01-30. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: There have been significant changes in sea level over the past two million years, and a complete understanding of natural cycles of change as well as anthropogenic effects is imperative for future global development. This book reviews the history of research into these sea-level changes and summarises the methods and analytical approaches used to interpret evidence for sea-level changes. It provides an overview of changing climates during the Quaternary, examines processes responsible for global variability of sea-level records, and presents detailed reviews of sea-level changes for the Pleistocene and Holocene. The book concludes by discussing current trends in sea levels and likely future sea-level changes. This is an important and authoritative resource for academic researchers and graduate and advanced undergraduate students working in tectonics, stratigraphy, geomorphology, physical geography, environmental science and other aspects of Quaternary studies.
Author : C. M. Linton
Release : 2004-08-12
Genre : Science
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Book Synopsis From Eudoxus to Einstein by : C. M. Linton
Download or read book From Eudoxus to Einstein written by C. M. Linton. This book was released on 2004-08-12. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Since man first looked towards the heavens, a great deal of effort has been put into trying to predict and explain the motions of the sun, moon and planets. Developments in man's understanding have been closely linked to progress in the mathematical sciences. Whole new areas of mathematics, such as trigonometry, were developed to aid astronomical calculations, and on numerous occasions throughout history, breakthroughs in astronomy have only been possible because of progress in mathematics. This book describes the theories of planetary motion that have been developed through the ages, beginning with the homocentric spheres of Eudoxus and ending with Einstein's general theory of relativity. It emphasizes the interaction between progress in astronomy and in mathematics, showing how the two have been inextricably linked since Babylonian times. This valuable text is accessible to a wide audience, from amateur astronomers to professional historians of astronomy.
Author : George David Garland
Release : 1979
Genre : Science
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Book Synopsis Introduction to Geophysics by : George David Garland
Download or read book Introduction to Geophysics written by George David Garland. This book was released on 1979. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
