The universe : mysteries and marvels / by Rebecca Hankin.
| Author/creator | Hankin, Rebecca 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 | How big is the universe? -- Where is the solar system in the universe? -- What is the observable universe? -- How far into the universe can we see without a telescope? -- Why is it dark in space? -- How does light travel through the universe? -- Focus on: hungry cores -- Is space a total vacuum? -- What was the big bang? -- What existed before the big bang? -- What is the cosmic background radiation? -- Is the universe expanding? -- What is the universe expanding into? -- What are high-energy cosmic rays? -- Focus on: gamma-ray bursts: outshining the universe -- What is dark energy? -- Where did matter come from? -- What is dark matter? -- What do we know about black holes? -- What are micro black holes? -- Are there planets orbiting stars besides the sun? -- Is there life in other parts of the universe? -- Focus on: the universe's largest magnets -- Could the universe be made of strings? -- Could there be universes besides our own? -- What is time? -- Is time travel possible? |
| Abstract | "An introduction to unusual objects and phenomena in the universe. Includes diagrams, fun facts, glossary, resource list, and index"--Provided by publisher. |
| Bibliography note | Includes bibliographical references (page 62) and index. |
| Audience | 1110 Lexile |
| ISBN | 9780716624837 (hardcover) |
| ISBN | 0716624834 (hardcover) |
| ISBN | (ebook) |
Availability
| Library | Location | Call Number | Status | Item Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joyner | TRC Nonfiction | 523.1 H1944U | ✔ Available | Place Hold |