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Astronomy Saves the World makes the case for astronomy becoming part of everyone's education, and presents the basic mathematics, physics, and evidence behind a selection of the most profound discoveries we have made about our universe.
Google BooksOriginally published: August 14, 2016Author: Daniel Batcheldor,Rating 4.8 (13) $9.35A fun romp through the world of an astrophysicists.
A dash of physics, math, chemistry and more is what a good astrophysicist must know.
Ever wonder how we know ,Rating 4.8 (13) $9.35Astronomy Saves the World details the avoidable and unavoidable threats to our existence, and provides the case for astronomy being part of everyone's ,Rating 4.8 (13) $9.35Astronomy will lead us forward, away from an evolving sun, as we migrate throughout our solar system and beyond.
But our future is hopeless without a well- ,Rating 4.8 (13) $9.35The book is a great introduction to astronomy, giving insight on how we know things about our universe rather than just what we know.
It covers just enough math ,Book overview
Astronomy will ensure our planet never again experiences a catastrophic cosmic impact from an asteroid or comet, and has shown that these ancient harbingers of death are now rich resources waiting to be reaped.
How Curiosity Drives Ingenuity
Understanding our Universe is not an easy task. It requires an incredible amount of focused effort among worldwide collaborations of dedicated experts, the constant development of new technology at great expense, and theoretical modelling that pushes the boundaries of science. Even without any guarantee of success, such an undertaking has its benef.
Protecting The Planet
In 1859, the Sun launched an enormous magnetized mass of plasma at the Earth, shorting electrical lines, starting electrical fires and knocking out telegraph communication. The northern lights could be seen as far south as Mexico. If such a solar event hit the Earth today, it is estimated to cause damage measured in the trillions of dollars. Corona.
Space Watch
Though the Solar System has certainly cleaned up its act in the 66 million years since an asteroid wiped out the dinosaurs, there have since been a couple of near misses that are too close for comfort. The Minor Planet Center, located at the Center for Astrophysics, is tasked by the International Astronomical Union to collect and circulate position.
What technological advances have been made in astronomy?
Computers
Satellites and the smartphones they serviceGlobal Positioning System (GPS)
Energy-efficient solar panels
Digital camera sensors
Airport security scanners
Portable X-ray machines
And Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) scanners are just a few of technological advances that are the legacy of astronomy
And that benefit us all on Earth.
Why do Astronomers need a sustainable future?
Historical under-regulation of the Earth’s atmosphere and the orbital space around it have brought the astronomy and space communities to a critical point at which action is needed to move towards a sustainable future.
Why should you study astronomy?
Carl Sagan’s television series “Cosmos:
A Personal Voyage” has been watched in over 60 countries. “Perhaps the most important reason to study astronomy is that astronomy seeks to satisfy our fundamental curiosity about the world we live in
And answer the ‘big’ questions
” Dr. Rosenberg told Universe Today.