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A journey through the universe : a traveller's guide from the centre of the sun to the edge of the unknown / New Scientist

by New Scientist

This guide examines the composition and structure of the cosmos, from solar systems to distant galaxies. It provides an accessible overview of celestial objects and phenomena, including black holes, supernovas, and quasars, to explain how the universe is organised.

Accession 13628 ISBN 9781473629844 Publisher John Murray Learning
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