Core Astronomy

Product Description Core Astronomy examines the key points in the development of astronomy, beginning with Greek astronomer Ptolemy's earth centered paradigm to Nicolas Copernicus' introduction of a sun centered solar system, and Isaac Newton's three laws of motion. It then examines the discovery of Neptune, Einstein's theories of Special and General Relativity, Hubble's expanding universe, and the discoveries of quasars, white dwarfs, neutron stars, pulsars and black holes, and finally ends with astronomy's modern frontiers - the great attractor, dark matter and life existing on an extrasolar planet. Programs in this series : 130 -1640 - Ptolemy to Galileo 1688 -1796 Newton to Nebular Theory of the Solar System 1846 - The Planet Neptune is Discovered 1905 - Einstein's Theories of Special and General Relativity 1929 - The Expanding Universe 1963 - Quasars 1967 - White Dwarfs, Neutron Stars, Pulsars and Black Holes 1990 - The Great Attractor and Dark Matter 2004 - Organic Material Found on Extrasolar Planet Features : Closed Captioned for the Hearing Impaired Spanish Subtitled Educator s Guide Blackline Master Quiz Timeline Photographs Review Since the beginning, humans have looked to the skies in fascination. Offering a solid introductory overview, Core Astronomy (which includes optional Spanish subtitles) chronicles the history of astronomy, beginning with Ptolemy s earth-centered vision of the universe and closing with the 2004 discovery of organic matter outside our solar system. As the story of astronomy unfolds, viewers are introduced to key figures in the field and their major theories and concepts, such as Galileo s defense of a heliocentric solar system, Newton s three laws of motion, and Einstein s theories of special and general relativity. Articulate, easy to follow narration illustrating potentially difficult concepts with real life examples-is combined with skillfully edited visuals, which include historical drawings, photographs, computer images, and film footage. Downloadable materials including an instructor s guide, timeline, images, and a quiz are also available... Recommended. --Video Librarian 3 stars
ASIN: B000VCF3M2
VSKU: GBV.B000VCF3M2.G
Condition: Good
Author/Artist:none|Ron Meyer
Binding: Dvd
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Condition Notes: Ex library book with stickers and stamps.