Spherical astronomy
Robin M. Green
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Spherical astronomy
Published
November 25, 1985
Publisher
Cambridge University Press
Pages
520
ISBN-13
9780521317795
ISBN-10
0521239885
Description
This is an introductory textbook on spherical and positional astronomy. It is entirely suitable for use by students with no prior knowledge of classical astronomy. At the same time, it is sufficiently comprehensive to make it a useful background reference book for anyone engaged in practical astronomy. The first three chapters sketch essential background: mathematical techniques and coordinate systems. Successive chapters then give treatments of refraction, aberration, stellar parallex, precession, nutation and proper motion. An entire chapter is devoted to astrographic plate measurements. The gravitational two-body problem is solved and applied to solar system dynamics. Novel areas include a full treatment of binary star orbits and two chapters on developments in radio astronomy. Worked examples and problems to be solved by the reader ensure that this is a valuable textbook.
Subjects
Sphaera mundi
A Manual of Spherical and Practical Astronomy
Text-book on spherical astronomy
An introduction to practical astronomy
The Ever-Changing Sky
Text-book on practical astronomy
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Spherical astronomy?
This edition of Spherical astronomy has approximately 520 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Spherical astronomy?
For most readers, Spherical astronomy typically takes between 10h 50m and 7h 13m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 130,000 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 8h 40m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 18 days • Estimated word count: 130,000 words
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What is the word count of Spherical astronomy?
The estimated word count for Spherical astronomy is approximately 130,000 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of Spherical astronomy?
Spherical astronomy was written by Robin M. Green.
When was Spherical astronomy published?
The publication date for this specific edition is November 25, 1985. The original work may have been published on a different date.