The Cambridge Star Atlas.

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Author / Creator:Tirion, Wil.
Edition:4th ed.
Imprint:Cambridge : Cambridge University Press, 2011.
Description:1 online resource (98 pages)
Language:English
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Format: E-Resource Book
URL for this record:http://pi.lib.uchicago.edu/1001/cat/bib/11829940
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ISBN:9781139098441
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Digital file characteristics:data file
Notes:Includes bibliographical references (page 90).
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Summary:Ideal for astronomers worldwide, the fourth edition of this classic atlas features new Moon maps, new data and enhanced charts.
Other form:Print version: Tirion, Wil. Cambridge Star Atlas. Cambridge : Cambridge University Press, ©2011 9780521173636
Table of Contents:
  • Cover; The Cambridge Star Atlas; Title; Copyright; CONTENTS; PREFACE; THE MOON; Observing the Moon; Different orientations of the Moon; SEASONAL SKY MAPS; Choosing the right map; THE MESSIER OBJECTS; STAR CHARTS; Stars; Magnitudes; Stars names; Constellations; Variable stars; Double stars; Open and globular clusters; Diffuse and planetary nebulae; Galaxies; The Galactic Equator; The ecliptic; The Moon and the planets; Abbreviations used in the star chart tables; ALL-SKY MAPS; The constellations; Distribution of open clusters; Distribution of globular clusters; Distribution of diffuse nebulae.
  • Distribution of planetary nebulaDistribution of galaxies; EXOPLANETS; SOURCES AND REFERENCES; Catalogues; Atlases.