Stars : the inside story / writer, Robert N. Knight.
| Author/creator | Knight, Robert N. author. |
| Other author | World Book, Inc. publisher. |
| Format | Book |
| Edition | Revised edition. |
| Publication | Chicago, Illinois : World Book, 2017. |
| Copyright Date | ©2017 |
| Description | 64 pages : illustrations (chiefly color), color maps ; 27 cm. |
| Subjects |
| Series | Explore the universe Explore the universe. ^A1378600 |
| Contents | What is a star? -- How are stars different from planets and moons? -- How many stars are there? -- What kind of star is the sun? -- Why does the sun look different from other stars? -- How far away are the stars? -- Focus on: binary stars: seeing doubles -- How old are the stars? -- What is a constellation? -- Why do constellations change with latitude and season? -- Focus on: neuron stars: small but powerful -- Why do we see stars only at night? -- Why do stars twinkle? -- How big are stars? -- Why do stars shine? -- What is visible light? -- What is a star like on the inside? -- How do stars make chemical elements? -- What is a star like on the outside? -- Focus on: supernovae: blasts from the past -- How bright are stars? -- Are stars as bright as they look? -- How hot are stars? -- Why are stars different colors? -- Star stories from ancient times -- Star stories from native people -- Star stories from ancient China. |
| Abstract | "An introduction to stars with information about their age, size, colors, and other characteristics. Includes diagrams, fun facts, glossary, resource list, and index"--Provided by publisher. |
| Bibliography note | Includes bibliographical references (page 62) and index. |
| ISBN | 9780716624844 (hardcover) |
| ISBN | 0716624842 (hardcover) |
| ISBN | (ebook) |
Availability
| Library | Location | Call Number | Status | Item Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joyner | TRC Nonfiction | 523.8 K747STI | ✔ Available | Place Hold |