Be an Astronomer

by Nicole Shea

Overview

Stargazing may not just be a hobby. For some, it's a clue they should pursue a career in astronomy. In this intriguing book, readers will learn what it takes to become an astronomer and about several puzzles of the universe past astronomers have unlocked. Some topics include how we know a black hole is there if we can't see it, the way a star works and what happens when it dies, and the discovery that most stars we see are actually pairs of stars. Enthralling photographs serve as reminders of the beauty and vastness of the universe.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781482414448
Publisher:	Gareth Stevens Library
Publication date:	08/01/2014
Series:	Be a Scientist! Series
Pages:	32
Product dimensions:	7.90(w) x 10.20(h) x 0.30(d)
Age Range:	8 - 11 Years

Table of Contents

What is an Astronomer? 4

Early Stargazers 6

From Galileo to Today 8

Planetary Astronomers 12

Stellar Astronomy 16

Measuring Space 20

Meteors, Comets, and Asteroids 22

Black Hole Detectives 24

Students of the Stars 26

Glossary 30

For More Information 31

Index 32