Atoms, stars, and nebulae / Lawrence H. Aller.

Author/creator Aller, Lawrence H.
Format Book
Edition3rd ed.
Publication InfoCambridge ; New York : Cambridge University Press, 1991.
Descriptionxiii, 366 pages : illustrations ; 25 cm
Subjects

Contents Introducing the stars and nebulae -- Stellar rainbows -- Atoms and molecules : stellar building blocks -- The climate in a stellar atmosphere -- Analyzing the stars -- Dwarfs, giants, and supergiants -- What makes the stars shine? -- The youth and middle age of a common star -- Wind, dust, and pulsations : a star's last hurrah! -- The interstellar medium and gaseous nebulae -- Uncommon stars and their sometimes violent behavior -- High-energy astronomy.
Bibliography noteIncludes bibliographical references (p. 351-355) and indexes.
LCCN 90043349
ISBN0521325129 (hardback)
ISBN0521310407 (paperback)

Availability

Library Location Call Number Status Item Actions
Joyner General Stacks QB461 .A568 1991 ✔ Available Place Hold