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Understanding the universe, an introduction to astronomy, [taught by] Alexei V. Filippenko ; producer, Zachary H. Rhoades ; academic content supervisor, Jay Tate ; director, Jon Leven

Label
Understanding the universe, an introduction to astronomy, [taught by] Alexei V. Filippenko ; producer, Zachary H. Rhoades ; academic content supervisor, Jay Tate ; director, Jon Leven
Language
eng
Bibliography note
Guide includes bibliography (pages 551-555) and supplementary reading list (p. 556-562)
Characteristic
videorecording
Intended audience
College students and adults
Main title
Understanding the universe
Oclc number
84846466
Responsibility statement
[taught by] Alexei V. Filippenko ; producer, Zachary H. Rhoades ; academic content supervisor, Jay Tate ; director, Jon Leven
Runtime
0
Series statement
Great courses
Sub title
an introduction to astronomy
Summary
Ninety-six lectures, divided into ten sections, are designed to provide a non-technical description of modern astronomy, including the structure and evolution of planets, stars, galaxies, and the universe as a whole. Updated edition integrates discoveries reported in the 2003 course and includes recent findings (through mid-2006)
Target audience
adult
Technique
live action
resource.variantTitle
Introduction to astronomy
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