A Dictionary of Astronomy

From black hole to white dwarf, this dictionary of astronomy includes 4,000 entries from astrophysics and cosmology to galaxies and time. Written by an expert team, it is aimed at students, professionals, and amateur astronomers seeking information. It includes tables and diagrams, as well as biographical entries on eminent astronomers.

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This revised edition contains 4,000 up-to-date entries written by an expert team of contributors, under the editorship of Ian Ridpath, renowned author and broadcaster. Covering the most recent space exploration missions and latest technological development, this authoritative dictionary covers everything from astrophysics to galaxies and time. World-wide coverage of observatories and telescopes, and major entries on supernova, Big Bang theory, and stellar evolution, make this an invaluable reference source for students, professionals, and the amateur astronomers. The entries are supported by numerous tables and diagrams, and the dictionary also features biographical entries on eminent astronomers. Appendices include tables of Apollo lunar landing missions and the constellations.