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Astronomy: At Play in the Cosmos

Adam Frank

The Second Edition of Adam Frank's groundbreaking book supports the mission of helping students become scientifically educated citizens. He shows students that the process of science is a human endeavor by introducing them, via interviews, to scientists from across the field. New Anatomy of a Discovery features help students visualize the excitement of discovery while Interactive Simulations ask students to engage in the scientific method by making observations, manipulating variables, and answering questions.

Book Details

  • Publisher: W. W. Norton & Company
  • Publish Date: Jul 1st, 2020
  • Pages: 500
  • Language: English
  • Edition: undefined - 0002
  • Dimensions: 0.00in - 0.00in - 0.00in - 0.00lb
  • EAN: 9780393533965
  • Categories: Space Science - Astronomy

About the Author

Frank, Adam: - Adam Frank is a professor of astrophysics at the University of Rochester. He is a co-founder of NPR's 13.7: Cosmos and Culture blog and an on-air commentator for All Things Considered. He also served as the science consultant for Marvel Studio's Dr. Strange. He lives in Rochester, New York.