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Astronomy Demystified (Demystified)

* Allows the reader to quickly and easily grasp the math, fundamentals, and general concepts involved in astronomy * Covers techniques for using telescopes, the challenges of amateur astrophotography, and the special problems of observing the sky at "invisible wavelengths" * Unlike most books on the topic, it presents general concepts first and details follow * Contains quizzes, tests, and final exams.

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Author: Stan Gibilisco

Publisher: McGraw-Hill Professional

Date: Aug. 1, 2002

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