Expanding Universe: The Big Bang and the Stories That Followed

Author: Mark A. Gliko
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Publish Date: 2003-11-01
Features: One of the most profound discoveries in scientific exploration is that the universe in which we exist is constantly expanding. So how did the universe begin? Most astronomers believe that the universe originated from the Big Bang that occurred 12 billion to 15 billion years ago. In this inspiring and highly readable work, Mark A. Gliko tells the story of the universe. He introduces readers to some of the changes and reactions in the early universe in simple and accessible language, such as the formation of atoms. After that, the author provides a detailed explanation of the formation processes of stars, planets, and galaxies, and explores the origins of life. The final chapter of the book introduces some of the newest perspectives in astronomy, including the baby universe, wormholes, and time travel. The book begins with the question of how the universe was born and ends with the question of its ultimate fate. The "Frontiers of Science" series combines vivid illustrations with professional yet accessible text, making the most important scientific topics of today clearer than ever before.