McGraw-Hill Dictionary of Astronomy

Featuring over 3600 entries that define the language of astronomy, this title includes hundreds of synonyms, acronyms, and abbreviations; and, provides pronunciations for these terms. It covers such topics as planets, stars, constellations, galaxies, comets, asteroids, nebulae, and astrophysics, as well as aerospace engineering.

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Derived from the world-renowned "McGraw-Hill Dictionary of Scientific and Technical Terms, Sixth Edition", this vital reference offers a wealth of essential information in a portable, convenient, quick-find format. Whether you're a professional, a student, a writer, or a general reader with an interest in science, there is no better or more authoritative way to stay up-to-speed with the current language of astronomy or gain an understanding of its key ideas and concepts. Written in clear, simple language understandable to the general reader, yet in-depth enough for scientists, educators, and advanced students, the "McGraw-Hill Dictionary of Astronomy, Second Edition": has been extensively revised, with 3600 entries that fully define the language of astronomy; includes hundreds of synonyms, acronyms, and abbreviations; and, provides pronunciations for all terms.It covers such topics as planets, stars, constellations, galaxies, comets, asteroids, nebulae, and astrophysics, as well as aerospace engineering. It also includes appendices containing listings of planets, satellites, asteroids, meteor showers, constellations, stars, galaxies, telescopes, and more.
It is based on the "McGraw-Hill Dictionary of Scientific and Technical Terms" - for more than a quarter-of-a-century the standard international reference. Carefully reviewed for clarity, completeness, and accuracy, the "McGraw-Hill Dictionary of Astronomy, Second Edition" offers a standard of excellence unmatched by any similar publication.