Infrared Astronomy
by Joseph A. Angelo, Jr.
Description
Infrared (IR) astronomy is the branch of modern astronomy that studies and analyzes IR radiation from celestial objects. This eBook covers past and present missions used to observe fully-formed stars, as well as protostars, or stars in the process of forming. Readers will learn about the iconic NASA Spitzer Space Telescope, which has operated well beyond the scope of any previous cryogenic infrared space mission that came before it. Infrared Astronomy is a helpful resource for students interested in discovering more about this branch of modern astronomy.
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- Publisher/Imprint Infobase / Facts On File
- Publication Date January 2020
- Orginal LanguageEnglish
- ISBN/Identifier 9781438193397
- Primary Price 12.95 USD
- ReadershipCollege/Tertiary Education
- Publish StatusPublished
- SeriesSpacecraft for Astronomy
