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Observing the universe : a new scientist guide
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Observing the universe : a new scientist guide

by Nigel Henbest

A collection of articles examining the development of modern astronomy through various observational methods, including optical, infrared, X-ray, and radio waves.

Accession 30436 ISBN 0855207272 Publisher Basil Blackwell Publisher, New Scientist
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