Cosmology: the Origin and Development of the Universe
This book on cosmology, from the Royal Astronomical Society, provides a good primer for those teaching A-level physics courses or GCSE Astronomy. The resource begins by introducing the history of measurements in cosmology, from Aristotle to Galileo and Newton. It gives brief explanations of: • the inverse square law for…
5/5- Publication year: 2010 to date
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Astronomy in the UK
Produced by the Royal Astronomical Society, this booklet reviews British astronomy and space science. It includes articles on discoveries and achievements of UK scientists, current projects, plans for the future, careers information, and advice for schools and students. Topics include: • The electromagnetic universe •…
Lunar Exploration
Produced by the Royal Astronomical Society, this information booklet looks at how our knowledge of the Moon has been built up through observation, unmanned exploration and the lunar landings of the Apollo missions. Sections include: • Experiments on the Moon • Moon rocks • Structures on the lunar surface…
- 4/5
- Publication year: 2000 - 2009
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Women in Astronomy
From the Royal Astronomical Society, this leaflet looks at career pathways and opportunities in astronomy. It also gives case studies that illustrate the jobs held by women astronomers, including: • Astronomy lecturer and researcher • British Antarctic Survey researcher • Earth scientist • Astrophysicist
- 5/5
- Publication year: 2000 - 2009
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Stonehenge and Ancient Astronomy
From the Royal Astronomical Society, this booklet describes how the prehistoric monument of Stonehenge appears to be an ancient astronomical observatory. In recent years, by combining evidence from archaeology and astronomy, some researchers believe that the monument could have been an observatory, calendar or device for calculating…
Infrared Astronomy
Produced by the Royal Astronomical Society, this booklet describes the advances and uses of infrared astronomy. Using this wavelength to observe the universe allows astronomers to visualise phenomena such as dust clouds involved in the formation of new stars and identify elements present in the atmosphere of distant planets. There…
Life in the Universe
Produced by the Royal Astronomical Society, this booklet examines the possibility of extraterrestrial life in the Universe. Many astronomers believe that there is life out there, but where is it? Is there life comparatively nearby, in our Solar System, or do we have to look to planets beyond the solar system that are being discovered…
A New View of the Universe
Produced by the Royal Astronomical Society, this booklet contains a series of articles that examine modern astronomy. They examine why astronomy matters and the sometimes surprising ways in which it affects our lives. Articles include: • Revealing the secrets of gamma-ray bursts • The search for gravitational waves…
Geophysics in the UK
Produced by the Royal Astronomical Society, this booklet gives an overview of UK research, within the fields of geophysics and planetary science. It includes articles on: • Asteroids and comets • Gas giants, Earth's near neighbours • The Magnetosphere • Earth's upper atmosphere • Air,…